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By: Tracey Herriot

Ever Have a Man that seems to be flawless except for those little things, that just seem to get on your nerves. Sometimes you have to let go. However it is important to know when it is your turn to step in and make your move. It seems that he is flawless, except for those few simple things...Here are a few tips to help him break those bad habits.

He's flawless except...
He Chews With His Mouth Open
It is obvious, that he mostlikely isn't aware of his loud chewing, and public view of him chomping down food. To make him aware try recording him. Whip out your cell phone as though you are calling your friend, and record your dinner. Try talking gently about it later, and if he doesn't budge show him the clip you recorded. Guys are very visual, by seeing the video he will become aware of his poor table manners and improve for the next time.

He's flawless except...
He is always late
Can't count on your guy to ever be on time and find your self waiting for at least 10-15 minutes every time? It's okay once for your man to be a little late once in a while, but if it is happening all the time it's about time you make your stand and say something. It's obvious that your man is not only being late because he's forgetful, but because he thinks he can get away with taking his sweet time. Even if you set his clocks ahead you'll still end up waiting. Make sure you let him know that it's NOT okay to be late every time. The next time he seems to "looses track of time",ditch him. When he phones to see where you had gone, tell him you got tired of waiting, and took off.

He's flawless except...
He has that scruffy facial hair
Tell your man that it bothers you when you are kissing him. Explain to him that it is preventing you from getting more intimate with him. Make sure you tell him that on top of just dealing with the beard burn, you think he will look much better without the scruff, and if he's older make sure you don't forget to tell him that it makes him look younger. If it's between you and the beard, he'll choose you. (If he doesn't he's got some serious problems at hand.)

He's flawless except...
He takes my things without asking
Have You been dating for so long, he seems to think that what is yours is his? Do you find that you've been saving for a recipe and the food in fridge suddenly goes missing, or does the newspaper on the kitchen table seem to have legs? He needs to know that yes he is your boyfriend and you don't mind sharing, but he needs to respect your personal space. Next time you go to his house find something that he will miss, for example the last few beer in the fridge, or his I-pod charger. When he suddenly finds them missing explain to him how you feel about him constantly "borrowing" your things without asking.

Giving your man a taste of his own medicine is a great way to show him what's bothering you. Try to explain to your boyfriend that overall you do care and that is why you are trying to fix those few flaws in him that "drive you crazy" to ensure a relationship that's going to work. Remember communication in a relationship is crucial. Always try talking to him about it, but it's okay to step in and make yourself heard every now and then.