I just had a conversation with my lifelong best friend in which we both shared the same sentiment: being an adult is overwhelming, sometimes disappointing, and a heavy weight on our shoulders. Friend: Sure do miss our sleepovers. Your Dad’s house. Bottom bunk. Dead AIM – both signed in. Me: Life was easy then. But we forget what mattered at… Read more →
Tag: independent
Things That Go Through Your Head After a Breakup
Maybe the dudes have some of the same, but this is for the ladies. We’ve all been there. One minute we’re happy someone crappy is out of our life. Then, a spider shows up to obviously kill us when we’re sleeping. Hang with me, these aren’t all sad. Of course, some are. But many are funny and completely irrational too. Read more →
Recipe: Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
You guys. It turns out I really, really like quinoa. You’re probably sick of almost all my recipes including it. But, as a vegetarian, it’s a really great source of protein and it’s just so damned delicious. So, deal with it. I’ve made this for many, many people. Meat-lovers have raved that it’s just as good as their version (or better)… Read more →
Ladies: Know Your Worth. Men: Make Us Feel Supported.
In the past, I’ve stressed the importance of dating a strong woman. I’ve also given some (semi-funny) advice on how dudes can do a better job with online dating. But what about once that online dating dude has landed his strong woman? How do you keep it from crumbling? Dudes: how do you ensure that strong lady (that doesn’t necessarily need… Read more →
Why You Should Date a Strong Woman.
Although I’m (almost) 30 and single-ish(?), I consider my relationship life to be quite successful. My last relationship was 8 years and the only reason it didn’t result in marriage is because I realized we had grown into quite different people. We didn’t really fight and are still really close friends. I could be married, but I wouldn’t be doing either… Read more →