You probably read the title of this post and immediately thought "Oh [bleep], Valentine's Day is 6 weeks away?!" Time flies in a "swipe left" culture. As you may or may not know, I've written about the joys of being single on Valentine's Day and I'm a huge proponent of cherishing your own company. But this… Continue reading #SecureTheBae : Your 6-week guide to boo loving on Valentine’s Day
Category: love
So You Want to Maintain a Roster?
"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?
So You Want 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?
Love Like You’ve Been Hurt
"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
I am Lemonade
Disclaimer: This is not a thinkpiece. This is a me piece. "Your grandmother had a very hard life, you know," my mother said. I'd just learned that my grandma had been hospitalized for a minor issue that was a symptom of a chronic condition. I was taken aback. I'd always known that my grandmother, an assertive,… Continue reading I am Lemonade
Back to the bench: Getting rid of the Starting Five
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
Hello, It’s Closure
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
When Loved Correctly
Healthy love is an ongoing project. Should we be so quick to discount our contribution?
Let that hurt go: The Slow Reveal
Let the hurt go and slowly reveal your personality.
The Starting Five
So you're dating smart? Now keep your options open.