The Hunt

As an almost 30 something single woman, I've come about many interesting scenarios ... but none more compelling than the world of dating. Which leads me to this one HUGE question: Where did chivalry go?

Once upon a time, gentlemen asked young women out on dates, opened the door, paid endearing compliments and occasionally brought flowers. Times have changed and they are scary. Don't get me wrong, I'm all for the women's lib thing; however, some traditions are nice to uphold on the occasion (per say a first date or a special outing).

Since when did women become the hunters, the proverbial cavemen who pursued their potential mate? Why has this daunting task been thrown on our shoulders as yet another burden to bear? Is it not enough that we have to worry about how much we weigh, if our hair is properly done, if we smell nice, look nice, what we say, who we say it too, PMS ... the list goes on. Now we have to be in charge of date's as well. Which also leads to more stressful situations such as when you should call, what do you do if he doesn't call, waiting for his call ... it all kind of takes the fun out of dating. Something I had previously thought would be a little enjoyable is more like work than anything and causes more anxiety than a colonoscopy.

Honestly, I don't know how people do it. I've thought about giving up on the whole damn thing, but unfortunately I'm a mushy believer in love. Stupid love.

Ahhh. One day.

Until then ... xoxo