Good Morning Text

In this technology driven world, what is an easier way to tell your beau “I’m thinking about you” than a text first thing when you get up? I mean, sending a message when they are beside you would be bizarre, but otherwise, it’s sweet.

What is the first thing you do when you wake up? I touch my phone, not in a creepy way, but I turn off the alarm and check the notifications I missed during my sleep. If I am into someone, I typically fire off a couple of words or an emoji.

It takes literally 3 to 10 seconds to send something, dependent on your typing speed, but doesn’t that put some things into perspective? No one is ever too busy to touch base even in the middle of the morning rush.

I learned something this recent fall regarding my desire for a morning message. Working multiple night shifts and having conflicting schedules, I thought I would express to the guy I was seeing this simple act of endearment. His response, “I think we text and talk enough.” Ummm… clearly he was lacking in more than one level of communication, but regardless, I recognized I need someone to WANT to message me first thing. Even better, do it out of routine and just random desire.

I swear I’m not being petty. It’s just one of the many pieces that help satisfy my love language and I appreciate the gesture because then I know that person has me on their mind. Can anyone else relate to this?

I completely recognize that some people feel it is creepy and stifling. I can relate when someone I’ve asked to leave me alone continues to shoot me a “Morning, beautiful.” (Please leave them alone if you are doing this, Breadcrumber…) Here is the thing though, maybe you aren’t vibing the person if you aren’t digging their frequent texting. When I look forward to hearing from a man, I know I’m smitten.

At the end of the day, find your right messaging match. Anything can be too much or too little for one person or another. Communicating your needs is important, but maybe you will luck out and find the balance without saying a thing… other than “Good Morning, Babe.”

As always, stay safe and have fun!

“Vacationships”

I’m a little drunk on a plane writing this, so bare with me. I’m happy to say that I survived yet another lovely Cuba vacation and hopeful for future visits. I love the vibes, culture and drinks… for those who have been before, the food, not so much.


You’re a smart individual, I’m sure, so you’ve figured out by now what a “Vacationship” would be… A relationship on vacation. It’s what you would consider an obvious hook up in a foreign place, BUT I’m here to talk about the other factors. Let’s dive into the infinity pool, shall we?


Where do they live? Do you only get along because there were not many options? Do you ever speak to them again? Do they have a complicated relationship back home? Do you follow them on social media forever until you both die? (I assume no one actually ever deactivates the deceased accounts…)


Did I get into a couple situations on this recent trip… wouldn’t you love to know? Here is the reality though… you are on vacation, you are VERY different than your regular life. Typically people don’t get drunk every day in a socially acceptable space, that’s alcoholism. On vacation? Hmmm…


A major consideration would be, what are the intentions? I believe anyone can find love anywhere… why else would there be so many getting green cards for Canada? (Cough) Maybe you physically connected because your friend was rockin’ vibes with his/her friend. Maybe people went on vacation to just get in a lay or two.


Another Big factor includes how closely you live to a person. Did you fall so crazy for a this babe that you are willing to commute, try the long distance thing or eventually move? Mmmmm… probably not.


Okay, though, you’ve exchanged info. Maybe you are in a foreign enough area that you don’t have cell plan coverage… how many 85 cent texts are your willing to send? I had an interesting conversation with a lovely man from Berlin who asked… “If you have no intention to be with this man, why would you message him other than to say ‘Have a great life’?” Great point, bro! I would divulge more, but too many mimosas on board during that convo. This isn’t Tinder peeps, you don’t need to talk for weeks and never meet.


Also, if you are rocking an all inclusive, you are unlikely to be leaving at the same time. Do you find a new Vacationship after they leave? Or better yet… do you find a new person if you are bored of the original? I prefer not to flaunt my potential to pick someone new unless I see them going for a new gal, but that’s just my morals.  


Here’s the thing, I don’t intent on connecting with someone again unless they live close or I have an intention to vacation in their home town. Bottom line, the fun was had ON VACATION. Even the most fun and amazing people have their demons and history to fight when they return home.


There is a certain etiquette to keep in mind if you and a single buddy hit the hot beaches:

  1. Don’t leave them out of the loop. Not every group of people is going to match the number of your party or vibes. I’ve been in a situation of three guys and two women which left an odd man out when I was younger. He was rationally annoyed.
  2. Go to a resort with multiple singles. I can say right now that my friend and I were a couple of the only single women on this past trip… slim pickings for the males, but at least we are babes. Still didn’t get the option to connect with multiple groups of young people (although we definitely made that happen). READ THE REVIEWS.
  3. Don’t fuck someone with your friend in the room. Maybe that shit flies in younger years, but at the end of the day, whether intimate or not, no one needs to hear anyone in their 30+ bang.  Maybe a solid sleep/cuddle works out, but always run it by your friend. Remember that they paid what you paid.


I love me a solid fun time with a cute single dude at home or on vacation, but at the end of the day, vacation times are different. There is no accountability or risk to run into them in the future other than at your resort. Even that situation is short lived.


I’ve never hooked up with a gent who lived close to me, so you already can assume communication is minimal other than a random like or two on Instagram (until one of us dies…) Many friends have been made on trips who I adore and still enjoy our messaging, but I’ve never fell in love or attempted to date anyone from a Vacationship.


Hope you’ve enjoyed this longer than normal dating moment from A Page from Paige, but as always, stay safe and have fun!

Dating Burnout

Before you get too far into reading, this isn’t a light and fluffy post. I am experiencing full blown dating burnout. It’s real, raw and exhausting.

Isn’t dating fun?? Don’t you enjoy meeting new people?? To a certain extent YES, but think of it this way…

Every time I allow a new person into my life, I am in a vulnerable position. To not let past relationship pains ruin potential for a partner, I need to trust, be open and willing to embrace their unique experiences/personality.

As realistic and logical as I am coming into any situation, being rejected enough times OR hurting someone else’s feelings takes a mental toll. Even if I know a person is not “the one” there is still a sting when things end. There was hope, but back to being alone.

The biggest frustration and most hurtful piece is someone treating me like a “maybe.” It’s becoming more common and it’s not fair. Below are some examples:

– “I’m not sure if I’m ready for a relationship, but I’ll talk to her until I figure that out.”

– “I’ll see her only when the time is convenient, no effort though because other priorities might come up.”

– “She’s fun, but I don’t see a future with her. I’ll still spend time with her until I’m done though.”

– “Let’s casually date.” (What the fuck does that even mean?)

– “I’ll fuck her, but if she inconveniences me then I’ll have an excuses to bail.”

I am in no emotional headspace to tolerate stress induced by a person making me feel anything less than I am. I am loving, attentive, interested in doing things with a partner and successful in many avenues.

I am NOT difficult to date and know where my flaws lie. Sometimes I get drunk and I want to talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk… you get the point.

I do not deserve to be yelled at. I do not deserve to be berated or ignored for being human and having valid emotions. I don’t deserve to have my time wasted or be disrespected through ghosting. Used and then trashed. The modern acceptable dating behaviours are seriously taking a negative toll on my self esteem and self worth.

Maybe my line of work and extensive dating experience have given me a higher tolerance for other people’s BS. I take far more than I ever should and of course I am the one who suffers or doesn’t get my needs met.

So friends, I am burnt out. My mood has been deteriorating although my life is overall good. I recognize all of the positives I have, but between dating and compassion burn out, I need to consider my own Mental Health.

So no more dating apps until the New Year. Focusing on Cuba, work, people who I know love me and self care.

Disappointed and defeated? Let me know if you are in the same boat. What has helped you because any words of wisdom will be appreciated…?

As always, stay safe and have fun.

Labelling

Ah, the world of a giving a label. I’ve spoken with many people in my aging years about the comfort level of using the words “girlfriend” or “boyfriend” for someone they are dating. What exactly does this label mean and is there a less juvenile way to explain how a person fits into your life?

 

I’m not sure about anyone else, but after being a wife and identifying a partner as a husband, it felt super weird being addressed by any other defining term post-divorce. We are not boys and girls anymore, are we? Absolutely not. I’ve had many friends relate to this scenario because although a cancellation of an engagement, separation or divorce may have been for the best, old terminology almost feels like backslide. I was a fiancé. I was a wife. Now I’m supposed to downgrade to girlfriend?

 

I’ve done comedy about this concept. I state different ways I’ve tried to explain my serious relationship status. When someone would ask my plans for the weekend I usually responded, “My partner and I are going to have a quiet evening in.” or “My significant other is planning a date night.” People seriously started to wonder if I’d jumped teams. (Although after some of the nightmares I’ve dated, it’s crossed my mind.)

 

Okay, so if I can’t use a gender neutral term before posting couply photos on social media confirming my sexuality, now what? I could consider explaining a relationship as “dating”, but this term doesn’t particularly express a committed long term relationship. There is absolutely no adult version of a word to label a romantic companion!

 

I do not feel comfortable using the word “boyfriend.” I truly don’t. As I’ve mentioned before, the childish nature of the word seems ridiculous as a woman in a relationship with a man (or so they typically act at the start). Bitterness from past relationships aside, back in the day, people typically married in their early 20s and divorce rates were low. Why is terminology not catching up? If we can identify “Ghosting (see blog post) or Breadcrumbing (see other blog post), then WTF?

 

But Paige, I’ve heard you call a dude your boyfriend. You’re right and here are the reasons why:

 

1. It’s easier to say than, “The man I’m in an exclusive relationship with.” Listen, my friends know I’m in a relationship, but strangers? Not so much. When someone is on the pursuit for my attention, a generalized statement of “I’m in a relationship” doesn’t always register as there is openness for interpretation. Sometimes its just the easy way to say “Hey, I’m taken.”

 

2. It was important to the other person. Some people NEED a label to feel fulfilled. The feeling of being in limbo during a dating period is daunting and although explained that we are in exclusively dating, sometimes calling me their “girlfriend” makes them feel more secure.

 

I do believe one thing though, if you and your partner are considering a label, you are agreeing on a commitment. This commitment isn’t anything fancy, but it’s being likeminded that you are both building toward a long term situation. You are planning to work together through the tough times or differences more so than when you are still assessing if you are a good match. Their opinions matter and they are considered in your decision making. Know what I mean?

 

A lesson from my most recent romantic escapade was I do NOT want to be identified as a “girlfriend” until I know the person is worth pursuing a long term relationship. There is no specific time line for this, but I need to have assessed how well suited someone is in my life and how I fit into theirs. Jumping too quickly on a label can make a simple parting of ways due to incompatibility more than it is. There was little to no heartbreak as it was only in the initial phases of dating.

 

Sometimes things naturally progress into a space where both people just assume the commitment and just go with the flow, but as an earlier blog post (“Asking Intentions”) explained, defining a relationship is never a terrible plan. Discussing expectations and exclusivity is important in most situations considering modern dating can be completely fucked. You don’t want to be caught in an awkward “Oh, I just thought we were having fun…” moment after introducing someone as your girl/boyfriend.

 

At the end of the day, do what makes you and your partner content. No one can tell you the appropriate way to define how you feel and what labels you choose to use. Also, congratulations on finding someone worthy of your time!

 

Until the next blog post, stay safe and have fun!

“I Like You, But…”

Of course they like you! Unless you have done something that blatantly crosses their boundaries, then they probably do not hate you. If you fucked their best friend, I think you’d deserve a little swerve though.

 

Here’s the main pondering thought though, how much do they like you? Not enough to be in a relationship with you.

 

You are getting dumped, my friend, if your beau starts with something nice and then ends with a “but…” describing why they want out.

 

Let me be clear about something, whatever excuse a person gives you as to why they want to split, they are saying “You are not what I am needing / wanting in a partner.” Breakups royally hurt and we can mull over the details until we die, but I have adopted the thought of, “Well I guess I just wasn’t the right girl for them.”

 

I had a friend recently tell me she got the “I like you, but I don’t know what I want” line. And you know what she said to me? “I know what this means. I’ve used it on guys when I didn’t want to be with them.” Amen, sister!

 

In July I got the “I don’t want to break up with you, but I don’t see a future with you” line and guess who moved on as quickly as she could? I’m not saying it didn’t hurt like a bitch, because it did, but my awareness of “He’s Just Not That Into You” helped me to not dwell on why things didn’t work out. (Highly recommend this book by Greg Behrendt. It’s one of my favorite relationship guides, but the movie is garbage and states the complete opposite ideation.)

 

Some examples of “But…”

1. …I don’t have time for a relationship.
2. I just got out of a relationship.
3. …I can’t commit right now.
4. …I don’t want long distance.
5. …I don’t like your schedule.
6. …I am allergic to your animals.
7. …You do *blank* too much.
8. …You don’t do *blank* enough.
9. …I am about to travel the world.
10. I’m trying to figure out myself right now.
11. …I never wanted to date you. Please stop following me.

All I hear is “I don’t want a relationship with you.” Thanks for letting me know! At least they didn’t ghost you and let you know where there mind was at, whether their reasoning was truthful or not. Take it as a gift of respect for your time and energy. Although further explanation is warranted for more extensive relationships, it’s a good start to the conversation.

I’m not going to say it’s a bad idea to self-reflect on ways you could be a better partner in the future. All of my long term AND short term relationships have helped me learn different ways to be a companion.

 

If you’re looking to end things, always remember it’s better to be classy than sassy, so just break it off quickly and complimentary to maintain your good graces overall. If they deserve a hot poker to the eye, trust me when I say it is far better to maintain your composure than give someone an excuse to call YOU “crazy”. Find your new love with your dignity intact!

 

As always, be safe and have fun!

Types of Fuckboys

You’ve seen the memes and single women voicing their frustrations on many platforms, but what exactly is a Fuckboy? These guys just want to get laid, folks. There are multiple definitions floating around the internet, but I honestly feel there are defined categories and I’ve fallen victim to all throughout my dating history.

What about Fuckgirls? Let me laugh out loud for a moment… All a woman has to throw out into the world is that they have a vagina and want to bang. No deception necessary. I’m sure there are situations where women lead guys on for other reasons, but typically not for sex. (Reminded: Yes, there are times we ladies utilize a dude’s… umm… certain skills without wanting to date them, so we CAN be guilty as well.)

Haven’t had to experience the Fuckboy epidemic? Lucky you, but maybe this will help enlighten you about the weird dynamics us single ladies are facing. To all my gals lookin’ for love, here are some typical characteristics of the different types of Fuckboys.

The Professional

Aw yes, my favorite of the 3 types and likely because these dudes are HONEST. I’ll start with this, if a guy tells you he just wants to fuck you, believe him. They are not seeking a relationship in any way shape or form and will let you know. These aren’t the losers on Tinder who don’t know how to convince a chick that sex is great idea with a stranger. These ones have a way with women and know exactly who to target for sexual encounters.

Most of the hilarious memes related to the Fuckboy dynamics are related to this category (consider following IG: your_fuckboy or thetastelessgentleman for good ones). Known for their player nature and great sex, these guys know how to get a girl into bed and keep her there until they are bored. They may or may not be kinky and they may or may not act like an asshole. Each person is different, but they definitely know how to keep a gal interested. They get off on being desired.

So, if that’s the case, are they actually getting laid? Absolutely they are. By whom? Women with “daddy issues”, those who think they can change him and of course, ladies who are also just DTF (down to fornicate). If it didn’t work, they wouldn’t do it, but keep in mind these guys are pretty smooth and have some pretty solid “Big Dick Energy” (Confidence).

Warning: These guys don’t use condoms. I haven’t met one who does, to be completely honest. I’m friends with a few dudes who live this life and they look at me like I’ve lost my mind when I ask. I’ve had responses of “That’s what Plan B is for…”, “My pull out game is strong…” and “Most diseases are cured with a pill…” Legit, some will not even bother to hook up if a condom is a non-negotiable for you.

Still though, I have to appreciate their honesty. Being upfront about their needs and intentions is a big check mark in my books. You do you, babe. Ladies though, do NOT catch the feels and understand 100% that you are in a temporary situation. Just have fun or just don’t bother. They are not emotionally connected to you and have no problem cutting you off the roster.

The Liar

Ever have someone say whatever they can to get into your pants? These guys are just the ultimate douchebags and typically prey on the young, vulnerable or inexperienced daters. They do not directly state what their goal is, but don’t exactly take you on dates either. These are the “Netflix and Chill” or “Let’s Hang Out” dudes.

Most times they keep putting off plans of a “date”, so after you’ve invested texting time with the person, you finally say yes to them coming over to visit at your place. See what they did there? Other times they wait until you are a little drunk and find their way to take advantage of your less than brilliant decision making. Maybe he DOES actually take you out on a decent date, but then immediately tries to weasel his way to your place with every intention to never take you outside of your bedroom again.

My biggest pet peeve of these bros though is an agreed upon FWB sitch and they peace out after one round. Like, “Fuck You.” Chase over. Out.

Some people have the radar to scope out these boys, but like I said, it’s not strong and experienced women these guys are going for. I mean sometimes they consider that a “challenge accepted” moment like Barney from How I Met Your Mother, so don’t be ashamed if you fall victim to their antics. They will do and say what they have to because they want to win the chase. The collateral damage? Feeling like a complete idiot for sleeping with the womanizer.

The Gentleman

Goal: Treat a woman wonderfully, but avoid the “what are we” conversation at all costs. Ever think you were dating someone because they acted as though they were pursuing a relationship? Later you are told that you were wrong and hear the exclamation of “I thought we were on the same page.” You get upset because you are confused and disappointed. You’ve now triggered the, “I’ve treated you well this whole time; I don’t know why you are being like this. Sorry if I gave that impression…”

Welcome to being their stand in girlfriend until they meet the actual woman of their dreams. Why are they like this? They like the attention, the sex and could be experiencing loneliness. There is the possibility that they enjoy having someone special in their life, but not interested in the commitment. They know you are a catch, but quite willing to toss you back in the pond because you don’t match the criteria of what they are looking for.

Listen, I have learned recently that “trusting my gut” does not always work in modern dating. Please refer to my post Asking Intentions to avoid wasting your precious time. This version of Fuckboy is the most deceiving and hurtful of all, in my opinion. At least give a girl fully informed consent to only hook up, so she doesn’t say no to other opportunities that come up for love.

So ladies stay woke and dudes, well, honesty is a better moral policy. At the end of the day the world is full of all types and it’s important to assess situations logically and not emotionally (or with your genitals).

As always stay safe and have fun!

How To: Lose A Guy in 10 Hours

How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days has nothing on the modern dating world!

The following examples have many personal experiences and ones of friends included. Breathing wrong may even be grounds for dismissal these days, so move over Kate Hudson and see the perceptibly horrific things women do to get the wave goodbye!

1 Tell Him You Like Him- In a short period of time, that’s a little much, but let’s go with “I like your company”. God forbid you… CATCH FEELINGS… unless you’re telling him you love his penis, probably going to bail… after the sex of course. Hope it was good!

2 Make Your Presence Known- Bring him a coffee to work, send a three second Snapchat to friends of the two of you, comment on an Instagram post… basically nailing your coffin, babe.

3 Call it a Date- It’s a hangout okay? He took you out for dinner or wine tasting, but it’s just a meet up. Obviously. Legit though, if you do call Netflix and chill a date, you need to reassess your standards.

4 You Don’t Do Anal- During this fuckboy apocalypse I’ve legit lost dudes within a text. “Do you do anal?” “No.” DELETED. If you want to keep your pooper intact, good luck out there.

5 You Would Have Kids… One Day- Are you fucking insane? Children sound like a commitment and that makes you weird. Get a grip.

6 You Wouldn’t Have Kids… At This Point- Where is your motherly instinct? What is wrong with you? Get in the kitchen and get your life in order. I one said I hadn’t found the right guy to have children with, wrong answer.

7 Say You’re Divorced- But… but… I wouldn’t be your first love. Damaged goods. Peace out… wait though… did you get the payout?

8 Don’t Have Sex With Him- Prude. Too much work. Thanks, but no thanks.

9 Have Sex With Him- hahahahaha why would you do that within 10 hrs if you wanted to keep him? I mean prearranged “fun friends” are one thing, but this? You are a little optimist aren’t you…?

10 Be Yourself- You can’t play games because the rule book is currently burning in hell. You can’t be honest because you’ll probably do that wrong too. May as well just get the lashes, Botox, and contouring on point. Life is fucked.

Ladies and lovelies, keep in mind that I’m not man bashing, these are true examples of the commitment phobia of some modern people. Even more important to note, if someone isn’t digging ALL of your fabulous self, they were never worth your time.

Don’t question all the things you could have said or done, forget it. They weren’t vibing you or just trying to take advantage of you…

Happy New Year, Loves! As always, stay safe and have fun!

Catfishing

Beware of the fake accounts out there my single (or open) friends! One of my favorite Tinder adventures was to catch a Catfish and trust me I have on more than one occasion.

Anonymity IS completely attainable even in such a connected world. Mostly because they typically prey on naive and gullible folks…

Further explanation will be provided to shed light on the world of humans playing pretend. Whether through imaginary information or finding a sexy (yet believable) photo on a social media profile, there are ways to spot a Catfish.

(*Bonus* Other Types of Fish at the Bottom!)

Going Fishing- The Warnings

1. Only One or Two Photos- If you don’t have a good head shot, a gym selfie or something other than an extreme sports photo, you might be in trouble. I’ve only had ONE occasion where the hottie with two pics actually 100% looked like them. ONE out of … like a few…

2. They Sound “Too Good To Be True”- Sadly the world is full of people who only wish their lives were better than actually making it so. I was referred to as a “Tinder Unicorn” which basically means I have a career, looked like my pictures and actually was honest about who I was. No one believed me until we met, but then again I omitted my alcohol dependence…

3. Not Willing to Add You To Social Media- Snapchat and Video Chat are the ultimate tools to comb through the losers of life. Come on, I don’t care what excuse they give you… they either have a shit flip phone or lying. You can’t show me you within a few minutes? Who are you?

4. Not Willing to Meet- No money? No car? No time? Lol okay…

What’s The Point?

1. Cheating- Finding an appropriate suiter to have an affair with isn’t easy during typical life circumstances. With online, if the whole situation isn’t sketchy enough already, it’s important for the person to have a discrete profile. They can do or say whatever they want and especially get away with it in bigger centres.

2. Low Self-Esteem- Someone is struggling to find a partner and creating a “Wanna Be Identity” can be totally within their boundaries. Loneliness is a bitch, not that it makes the situation any less creepy, but it can lead to people doing weird shit.

3. Bored AF- Some people literally just have nothing better to than to troll online. My favorite profiles are ones where people pretend they are something edible. Glass of Water Guy was one of the best… I asked if he was looking for thirsty bitches and he responded “Just seemed like you could use a tall glass of water”… his pictures were literally cups. I also enjoyed the dude whose pictures were just pizza, we didn’t match though. No mutual love.

4. Money- Dude, you’ve fallen in love with a computerized version of a con artist. Unless you have zero worries on cash, don’t be an idiot. You think I’m joking?? I know completely competent people who’ve done this shit.

5. Murder- Pretty self-explanatory, but yeah… My family and friends were convinced this was my fate to be honest… predators are out there so play safe.

Obviously I’m going to tell you to trust your gut… if you’re like me and ignore it… talk to a trusted friend! Most people online are not a good match for you or just looking to fuck anyways, so don’t take it personally. Just use the tips above and at the very least know what their actual appearance is!

As with all adventures stay safe and have fun!

*Bonus*

Hatfish- Dudes wearing hats in ALL pictures or posting old pictures when they weren’t bald. My boyfriend think he fooled me, but I knew. 😉

Fatfish- I do not care about your size, but I sure will if you are 100lbs larger than your pictures. #FreakyDeception… Angles and filters are pretty magical, but shit gets weird when you meet in person. Own your body!

Cat-Fish- I’m a crazy cat lady. My profile legit had a picture of me looking at my cat lovingly. Guys with cats in their profile?? Not their cat. It’s their crazy aunts cat being used to get pussy. Usually it is actually their dog though…

“Business” Cards

Do you ever find exchanging numbers awkward?

Wouldn’t it be nice if we could meet someone without having to immediately rely on our phone to continue the contact?

Technology is our major connection to the universe because our phones are a just so convenient for organizing our chaotic lives (or at least how I live mine… whoops) and easy access for information. Oh the allure of convenience!!!

When my single life began, I was frustrated when sharing contact info. I don’t want to pull out my phone when I FINALLY met a person without swiping left or right out of boredom… or for love or whatever.

One day I decided on a seemingly ridiculous solution- BUSINESS CARDS!

CLEARLY not rocket science and has been utilized for years, but definitely a dying trend. Does anyone else remember Facebook cards when social media gained more popularity? Literally had your profile picture and name with the easy convenience of just printing them out at Walmart! That situation died faster than the music career of the Baha Men.

Obviously in this “Who Let the Dogs Out” current society, we don’t necessarily want to give a complete stranger our frequent location, so it’s more of a… “Want to get to know my Business?” card!

Benefits:

1. Way to Stand Out! – You weren’t frantically scrolling your phone to open your Contacts or the person yelling over the music to share your digits. You did something super uncommon in this technological age and it IS noticed.

2. Dodge the Delays – It takes approximately 3-5 minutes to open contacts, open the add section, hand over the phone or type in the persons information. “How do you spell Christine? With a C or K?” It’s an uncomfortable break in the flowing interaction!

3. Conversation Continuer- You’ve already started, why not have a descriptive word to spark more interest? Traveller: where have you visited. Comedian: I haven’t met many people who’ve done that. Harry Potter Lover: Me too! (Or not.)

4. Friends Purse- Many of my friends have my card in their wallet or phone in case lost or stolen. Smart.

Considerations to Include:

1. Name- First and/or Last (some people like to keep their contacts organized in their phone!)

2. Phone Number- You can easily block a stalker or creep. No big deal. *Warning* Double check that your phone number isn’t connected to your Facebook account if you want to maintain more privacy.

3. App Connections- Have a rockin’ Instagram? Snapchat username in case you aren’t ready to commit to the phone number situation? (… or be able to see if they read your message.  It’s okay. No shame, honey.)

4. Hobbies- Great additional feature to remember you! Although who is going to forget the babe who just handed them a snazzy card?

5. Make it Fancy, But Keep it Simple- A splash of color or funky writing goes a long way, but don’t overload it with information. To the point, friend!

Avoid:

1. Address- Make a fully informed decision to share this! Even a few texts can make you change your mind about a potential one night stand.

2. Inspirational Quote- This isn’t your social media page. Don’t get weird with a stranger.

3. Your Workplace- as mentioned earlier

4. Your Entire Dating Profile- Back to Keeping it Simple… Use these cards for WHATEVER your dating needs are, but #HoeLife and “No Hook Ups” can be saved for Tinder.

5. A Photo of You- Remember… Facebook Cards… dead.

How to Make Them:

Vistaprint – cost me $30 including shipping for 250 cards (hilarious I know)

Judge if you will, but THESE WORK! No guarantees you won’t just end up with a “dick pic” (or boobies) at the end of the night, but 95% of the time I’ve receive a message even after a quick interaction. Don’t get lost in the contact section of the cutie’s phone! They will find you in their wallet… or maybe even their pants later. 😉

As with all of life’s adventures, be safe and have fun!