There are two types of exes. The one who took you to the drive-in to see a scary movie when you said you would see anything but a scary movie. The one you really didn't think you wanted to sleep with, but you did because she remembered your birthday, took you to your favorite Mexican... Continue Reading →
The Shallow End of the Pool
There's a certain thing that happens in relationships. Most people don't seek out it out, but once you've fallen into this particular situation with someone, it's hard to undo. Most people might not even admit to themselves that there's anything wrong with behaving this way. It goes like this. I'm single. He's single. I have needs.... Continue Reading →
Who Should I Compare You To?
Sizing up the competition is a well-known concept used to determine your opponent's strengths and weaknesses so you can win. It's a never-ending cycle of getting the upper hand. If someone's on top, somebody else is on the bottom and everything revolves around making sure you're on top. It's a principle based on a belief... Continue Reading →
Home Is Where the Hope Is
"Hope is the shape of love not yet experienced, the DNA-deep knowledge of what we're meant to experience." —Martha Beck I just got back from a trip home where I spent time at a barbecue with my cousin's family, my brother and sister-in-law, my niece and a few little children running around, swimming, playing musical... Continue Reading →