If the right man came along at this very moment, would you seriously date him? If a relationship moved in the right direction would you settle down? If you’re answering ‘yes’ to these questions while checking your ManHut account, are you being honest with yourself about what you’re ready to believe in?
Notice I mentioned “belief” and not “desire.” I believe that I am honest with myself about what I’m looking for in life and in my relationships. I want a companion. I want an adventuresome marriage. I want to be a good parent. I’m clearly aware of my wants and when I can, I put effort into making these things reality. But does this effort and clarity of purpose mean that I’m ready to believe in the reality of what my desires currently are and what they can become in the future? Read more…
It was a busy night at the gym and the wait for a treadmill was five people deep. The Resolutioners were hard at it, occupying every piece of equipment and determined to stick to their “new year new you” commitments. After finally making it onto a treadmill that low and behold had a belt issue, I bagged the running idea and headed to the lap pool for a swim.
I had my swimsuit and goggles in my bag, and even though it wasn’t a swim day for me, I figured I had better chances sharing a lane with fellow swimmers than waiting for a working treadmill only to have a Becky giving me side-eye as a come close to the “30 minute limit on all cardio machines” rule. I quickly showered, then headed for the pool deck.
Three out of four lanes were open. Perfect. Read more…
Ain’t no party like a New Year’s Eve party cuz a New Year’s Eve party don’t stop! Happy 2012 guys!
Sorry for getting this post out late as I was traveling a bit around the New Year. In any event, let’s get to the point of this entry for today which is dating resolutions for 2012.
This year I decided to avoid the typical resolutions which, frankly speaking, are stupid and never amount to much of anything past February 1 anyway. No, this will not be the year I get married. Nor am I planning to have the perfect relationship with my perfect soul mate. Nor am I planning to swear off dating entirely in 2012 and be a big ol’ ho; even if hood rats are making a comeback in 2012 (Black Mafia Wives? Really people?!).
If 2011 was about putting yourself out there and creating opportunities for dating, romance and personal growth, then 2012 is going to be about what I call “tightening up.” Read more…