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Texting Etiquette

Technology can either help us or hinder us. Here's what baffles me: I've had guys tell me flat out in the beginning that they aren't much of a phone person. (My ex only called me once during the eight months we dated a…
If You Don't Flirt Back, It's Sexual Harassment

Weeks ago, I started writing this post. Working and re-working the text, the concepts, the content. Finally, I realized it was definitely all of the above. The old version of this post pitted trim, thin, and skinny wome…
Is it Okay to Talk About Exes to the Person You're Interested In?

I met Guy, Guy acts interested, asks for number, and I see him again for coffee/dinner/catch up. I call it the 'get to know Guy' date, that preliminary one-on-one evaluation so you can decide whether you're actually in…
Sexual Awakenings and Appropriate Conversation

People don't talk about their sexual awakenings or what caused them. Most of us are much too ashamed and bashful to tell others about the feelings we've developed from a simple touch or act. I suppose at some point that…
You Need Therapy, Not a Girlfriend

I am a firm believer in the addage: there are no mistakes, only lessons. Well through my dating experiences, I have made many mistakes learned a lot of lessons. I've learned what to do and most importantly, what not to…
What Puts People Online?

My last two posts ( 1 and 2) sorta made the internet sound like a scary place, and I apologize for that. In fact, it's an amazing place of infinite possibility and I've met some amazing people from it. But like any pla…
Quit Staring at the Phone! Text Him First!

To text or not to text. This has become one of the major questions of our generation. When we receive/give a number, guys and girls are always told to wait at least 3 days before any communication. WHY? If you had a goo…
Unattached Sex: Mama Knows Best?

I'll admit, I am a daily reader of Perez Hilton's trashtastic celebrity smut blog. I won't try to defend it. I know it's awful, but I just can't help myself. He's a hot mess, and God help me, but he makes me laugh. He r…
Just a Quickie: How Vital is Eye Contact?

I recently went to a speed dating like event and realized the importance of eye contact. What eye contact establishes, a direct connection with the person you're talking to. It's one thing to be able to talk with someon…
Shut Your Mouth When You're Talking To Me!

My thoughts about relationships, love, and all that bullshit are going through some possible restructuring. There is one thing, however, that I am certain about: Communication is the key to a stable relationship.