Relationship realities…
What a girl wants…
All right gentlemen, this is the article you’ve all been waiting for. Now keep in mind that the following is not true for all women; however, it does give you some ideas to think about.
First of all, we don’t like to give out all of our secrets so don’t think this information is going to come easy; however, consider this a gift for those of you who truly want to know what it takes to understand a woman.
Item one: A study proved that in the course of a day women talk more than men. Now, since this is a scientifically proven fact, men do not ask us to stop talking. Usually we continue our conversations because we don’t want to lose our train of thought, or worse, have someone come up with the same idea as we do. So, just let us entertain you about the time we got lost on our way to Cancun for Spring Break.
Item two: We ask you what you are thinking for two main reasons. One: because we honestly want to know what’s on your mind, and it would be nice to hear you talk about something that concerns you as a person. And two: the awkward moments of silence drive a woman mad.
Item three: The rules of dating are not the same for the gender. You might not think your girlfriend kissing another guy “casually” is a big deal, but if you kissed another girl, who you swear is a friend, prepare to pack your bags.
Item four: We understand that sex is a big thing for you and many women respect this; however, we are not built the same way as you are. We do have a rather unique sexual appetite, but we do not see all men as buffet dinners, “have as much as you can get on one plate.” So simmer down there, tiger, we can meet at a happy medium.
Item five: Remember that you cannot speak to women like we’re one of the guys. True, we have seen our fair share of male bonding movies, but there is no way we can have an entire conversation with you based on the characters from “Caddyshack” or “Animal House.” Nor can you tell us jokes from the “Man Show” and expect us to laugh with the same enthusiasm as the “boys” do.
Item six: Honesty is the best policy; however, when we ask for your opinion, if you think it is in the best interest to say a little white lie, then do it. I refer you to the ever popular “Do these pants make my butt look big?”
Item seven: Perhaps the most important one of all the idea of women as the “weaker sex” needs to be thrown out…quickly! We do love the acts of a chivalrous man, but we can do a few things on our own, namely pump our own gas and we know the difference between a Phillips and a flat head screwdriver. Keep on opening doors and pulling out chairs; remember, your mother did teach you manners.
So, keep all of these valuable tidbits in mind the next time you see a woman you’d like to get to know better. Remember, it is the wiser, more knowledgeable man who finds himself the victor in life.
-Desiree welcomes any comments or questions to her column, you can reach her at colonnade@mail.gcsu.edu
Posted by Colonnade Archives
on Mar 21 2003. Filed under Features.
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