"Been a long time but I'm back with the jumpoff..." So I got a lot of feedback on my last blog and I gotta tell ya, I couldn't be more thrilled. The women were appreciative (well most were) and some of the menfolk...well...they'll live. Remember what I said: hell hath no fury like a misogynistic man… Continue reading So You Want to Maintain a Roster?
You've thought about dating multiple guys. The idea always intrigued you. "How does she do it?" you wonder, as you watch this woman effortlessly handle her professional and dating life with a fluidity you've only seen in movies with plot holes. Her weeks are filled with everything from brunch dates on the Hudson to court-side tickets… Continue reading So You Want a Roster?
When was the last time someone called you crazy? And I'm talking to the women here. Think about it. I'm willing to bet you didn't have to think that long. I'm also willing to bet it was by a man. Perhaps a man you are/were dating. Either way, I decided a while ago that I'm… Continue reading I’d Rather Be Crazy
"You need to just get out there and love like you've never been hurt," I said. I was having one of my famous pep talks with a friend who had sworn off dating. My friend, who I had known for years, furrowed her brow. "That's not what you do, so why should I?" I paused.… Continue reading Love Like You’ve Been Hurt
Boy I gotta shake it off Gotta do what's best for me Baby and that means I gotta Shake you off I have never outright told a friend that they should break up with their boyfriend/girlfriend until very recently. And even in that case, it wasn’t a direct “girl, you better drop that fool”. It… Continue reading For Chosen Girls: When You Are Enough
A few months ago, the following conversation took place between me and a close friend: Friend: Hey Adri, how’s it going with [insert guy’s name here]? Me: Who? Girl, please. I had to cancel that. Friend (to another friend who had joined the conversation): Man, Adri cuts these guys off quick. You don’t give anyone… Continue reading Fight or flight
I’ll keep this entry brief. I know y’all are probably too busy eating holiday leftovers, guzzling eggnog, and steppin in the name of love at holiday parties. But I figured it was only right that I gift you with the last entry before the new year. It’s been a good year for Adri Speaks and… Continue reading Back to the bench: Getting rid of the Starting Five
It’s Friday night. You got home from work an hour ago and you’re drinking your favorite glass of pinot noir after a hot shower. You’re catching up on the latest episode of Being Mary Jane when your phone vibrates. It’s Rob, the guy you went out with twice over the last month and a half.… Continue reading “Come over and chill” is lame
Hello from the outside At least I can say that I've tried to tell you I'm sorry for breaking your heart, But it don't matter, It clearly doesn't tear you apart anymore. Emotions and feelings rejoice! Adele has reemerged after an intentional 4 year hiatus to bring us “Hello”, her first single from her upcoming… Continue reading Hello, It’s Closure
Netflix and chill is stupid (and so is cuffing season). Date when and how you want. Just be honest.
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