At the time of my divorce, I was living in Austin, Texas. Looking back now, there was no better place to be after a break. Austin has so much to offer, so many things to do and places to go. Anyone at any age can find a multitude of things happening at any given time in Austin. It was not to … Continue reading Memoirs of a Dater – Chapter One
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3 Strikes and You’re Out!
So I had a date a couple of weeks ago and it went like this ... 1. The guy could not find the place. Called to say he was running late and could I give him directions. I gave him directions best I could but he wasn't understanding and seemed a bit irritated with me … Continue reading 3 Strikes and You’re Out!
Gone Fishing …
There is a saying that goes something like this ..."You can't catch a fish if you don't cast your line." The problem isn't casting the line, that is easy, but after you cast the line ...then the waiting begins and I am sometimes a very impatient person. I do want to catch a fish, I just sometimes … Continue reading Gone Fishing …
My Date with a Modern Samurai Warrior
A recently had an interesting date, to say the least, and thought I would share it with you. I met this guy on-line and after talking for a couple of weeks or so, we decided to meet at a local Mexican Restaurant in the area. Conversation: Me: "So tell me a little about yourself." Samurai: "Okay, well I … Continue reading My Date with a Modern Samurai Warrior
Sorry, My Phone And I Are NOT Joined At The Hip
I recently received this text from a guy I have been talking with for about a week. We are not dating mind you and we have not even met in person, we are just talking/texting for now. You know, just pleasantries: "How was your day?" etc. The message sent to me was as follows: … Continue reading Sorry, My Phone And I Are NOT Joined At The Hip
Weekly Writing Challenge: Valentine’s Day Through the Years
When I was a little girl I loved Valentine's Day. I can remember in school we would make those beautifully decorated boxes to put all of our Valentine's in. It was always so much fun to decorate; you would get cards and candy from all your classmates put in your beautiful handmade Valentine box. My … Continue reading Weekly Writing Challenge: Valentine’s Day Through the Years
Valentine’s Day Tips for the Guys
Valentine's Day is just around the corner. Yes, that 's right guys, Valentine's Day ...the most dreaded, disliked holiday of men. I think a lot of men feel pressured by this day. I suppose it has something to do with being expected to do something romantic on a certain day, a day set on a … Continue reading Valentine’s Day Tips for the Guys
How to Survive Valentine’s Day – A Single Woman’s Guide
It's almost Valentine's Day and for a single person like me that can mean you are left singing the blues. You just made it through Christmas and now once again you are left to face another holiday alone, dateless. Well fear not my single friends, there are ways to survive Valentine's Day and just maybe enjoy yourself. Here are my tips … Continue reading How to Survive Valentine’s Day – A Single Woman’s Guide