More Issues Than Vogue

Okay so I know my last post was about a bad date, but I guess that must be the theme of this blog. It's not that I'm demanding that the next guy be Mr. Perfect and the love of my life, but someone that is normal and good company would be nice. The last boy--I will call him a boy even though he was 32 because he is as immature as a 17 year old boy--I went out with was certifiably nuts. We talked on the phone a few times before we went out and every conversation consisted of him talking about himself and asking me the same questions 25 times. He ended up changing our plans too many times to even count. Last Friday we finally made it out. To start off he called me 7 times during the day (when I specifically told him I was working and couldn't talk). We finally met up a little after 9--originally the date was supposed to start at 7:30. He repeatedly told me how beautiful I was, which I guess was supposed to be some sort of compliment, but after the 100th time within 20 minutes it gets old. Against my better judgment I went to his house. Within ten minutes of walking through the door he kissed me (GROSS!). I tried to be nice and just see the night through, but after his third friend called, I was pretty fed up. He made me talk to all his friends, all of who knew who I was off a first name basis. If any of my friends called that night they would have had no clue if I referred to him on a first name basis without some sort of additional information. He even had the balls to refer to me as his girlfriend to one of his friends. NEWSFLASH... this was our first date and we had only been talking for a few days. Maybe some girls find it flattering that a guy wants you to be his girlfriend after two hours, but I found it rather creepy. He proceeded to tell me about how he has told everyone (including his parents) about me. I was beyond creeped out at this point and went home.

Don't think the craziness ends there... the next day he called, I kid you not, at least 12 times. I didn't answer most of them, but did tell him I was busy for the night. He continued the calling and texting all through the night. I ended up turning off my phone after receiving the creepiest text in my life (ask Ash and Aub if you don't believe me). The last few days he has continued to call and text repeatedly. Last night I told him I had plans for the night and he flipped out because I had another boyfriend! I didn't even say that my plans involved a boy let alone a boyfriend. I honestly don't know how these weirdo's find me. I thought I was in the clear because I hadn't heard from him all day, but a text just came through and you will never guess who it is from...

Fantasy Characters

I understand that obsessions are typical for most people. However, if you have a weird obsession it is best to not reveal that information on the first date. Give the other person some time to actually get to know the "normal" side of you before you drop a bomb of a weird obsession.

I recently went on a date in which the guy revealed that he loved medieval knights, including going to shows and conventions regularly. How did this get brought up? We were having the normal get to know you conversation when out of nowhere he said, "Oh this is crazy, but every year my friend and I drive to Chicago for the knight show and convention." I just started at him with a puzzled look on my face. I couldn't figure out if he was nervous and it just kind of slipped out or if he truly thought I would be turned on by that. When I only responded with a look, he said "You know like Medieval Knights, like on the movie The Cable Guy with Jim Carrey." I finally said, "I guess if you are into that sort of thing, it's cool." It didn't help that homeboy was partly bald and a goober to the max. Now don't get me wrong balding is fine. I even tend to have a thing for receding hairlines. As long as the rest of the hair isn't trying to overcompensate for the hair loss. This boy had longer hair on the sides and a bald top. At first I thought maybe he didn't have time for a hair cut, but then I retracted that thought because he had plenty of time from when he asked me out until the actual date occurred. Thank God my shoe ended up breaking so I could bounce out of the date faster than Michael Phelps can swim.

Once I got home, my mom proceeded in telling me that judging someone based off his interests is shallow and that I will miss out on a lot of decent people that way. All I can say is that I would much rather spend my life with a nose picker than someone who has weird obsession with fantasy characters. All in all, if you are obsessed with Medieval Knights, Dungeons and Dragons, Lord of the Rings, or Star Trek; make sure you know reel the person in with a charming quality before dropping the bomb.

A Day With Kenzie and Abby

Wade and Jen--along with my parents--went golfing this morning, leaving me with the girls. I knew the three of us would have good time, but I was a little worried about how Abby would react when Wade and Jen first left. She got a little upset, walked to the door, walked back, and played with the blocks. Kenzie chose to watch Frosty the Snowman (which I agreed to since I knew it was a movie we could actually make it through.

After Frosty the Snowman, Kenzie decided she wanted to watch Aladdin. I walked in the other room to get Abby a snack and when I came back this is what I saw...

Kenzie had pulled out the yoga mat and little dumbbells to do her "exercises". Since I had pulled out the camera, Kenzie insisted on taking more pictures. She took this one of Abby herself...
After watching Frosty the Snowman two more times, along with Lady and the Tramp, we went outside for some fun in the sprinklers.

Overall, it was a fun day, but boy do those girls wear me out.

July Already?

As I'm sitting here bored at work, I began to think about how it is already July and the year is half over. I can't believe how fast time has gone. However, I am excited it is July. I only have one month until CABO!!! The summer semester is four weeks from being over--then only 10 more classes to go. Plus, tonight I get to go see fireworks with this amazing guy that I'm seeing.

In doing a quick evaluation of this year so far, I think it has been pretty decent. I feel my life is finally getting on the right track. I have realized that everyone makes mistakes and there is nothing I can do to change what has happened. I have lived, learned, and now I'm moving on from the past. I know I'm finally at this point because of my great friends and wonderful family!