Light blue touch paper, stand back and admire the fireworks! Needs some skill to wind them up sufficiently, but the results are worth it! Techniques Tips From Their Perspective

• Keep bothering him when his friends are around - don't give him a minutes peace.
• If you see him chatting to a girl, immediately assume it's his girlfriend and tell everyone so (yes, including mum!)

• Whatever happens, don't let up!
• If you're losing a battle, tell mum.

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