Recent-ness in Lindsey-Land.

Currently I'm a little hyped up on a 500(ish) ml sugar-free Red Bull. (Yeah, the big one.) I haven't had to do my redbull trick since last summer when it ultimately gave me an ulcer. (I was drinking a LOT of it.) I had to work this weekend, and had 3 tests to study for. Needless to say, I needed a little extra "oompf". I just completed the first exam prior to this post. (I made it my whore.)

This has been the norm for me lately-- lots of studying, little time for sleep and play. However, I absolutely refuse to let nursing school completely take over my life. It's MY life, and fun is a top priority for me. That said, I have found time lately to lay out, go for a few runs, see a movie, watch trashy tv on VH1, take a couple of naps, and a few other things that make me smile. I'm lucky enough that I absorb information fairly easily, so I don't have to read over material 100 times to "get it".

The best thing I have done for myself is plan an awesome vacation. Shan and I went to Cheddar's (best croissants. ever.) about a week ago and decided we needed to go see her brother in San Diego ASAP. That evening we booked flights and hotels. Since Las Vegas is so close to San Diego, we decided it was imperative that we spend a couple of days there. So, first we are flying in to Vegas and staying two nights. Her bro is picking us up there and the remainder of our stay will be in San Diego with a short stint in LA for some Six Flags action. (apparently this is quite the fun/scary experience) We will also have an educational day (museums/zoo) and hit up a Padres/Cubs game while we're there. This will be the first time since this past winter that I will be completely (hopefully) worry-free. I have never been to Vegas or Cali, so you can imagine how excited I am. Would you like to know the most exciting part of this trip? Sure you would. We booked the flight from home to Vegas, San Diego to home, and both hotel nights for $250 each total. If you aren't aware, I'm a poor college student. This is extremely exciting for me.

I must get back to school now and learn things, but I will certainly keep you posted on the trip and there will be some pics.

Enjoy as much sun as you possibly can this summer, and don't take life too seriously.

- L McP

Honesty Rocks- That's my motto.

I don't usually write about relationship crap, but I can't sleep tonight and came across this article about how guys play games.

My simple rules of dating:

1. If you like someone, tell them.

2. If you want to talk to someone, call them.

3. If they do something that pisses you off, let them know. Just don't be a bitch about it.

4. If you don't like them, be up front. Honesty Rocks.

(I'm no pro by any means, but being straight forward seems to be the best approach in any relationship... from training your dog to co-workers to intimate relationships even to speaking with your parents)

Most of the examples of games in the article are of "guy" being a total d-bag, and "girl" in turn pining for every last bit of his attention.

This is what I have seen happen over and over with my female friends, guy friends that do it to women they like, and sometimes in my own experience-

So you like a girl, but flirt with other girls in front of her, act like a d-bag, or just act like you don't like her ... whatev. This may seem like it works. Once you finally give a girl some time, she is all over you and is sucking up every last bit of attention she can get from you. You've made her insecure, and she is probably trying to do everything she can to make you like her and want to spend time with her. Now you've made her seem crazy, desperate, clingy, and ultimately unattractive. You're wondering, 'What happened to this really cool chick? When did she go bonkers?'. Instead of looking back at what you may have done to make her act this way, you will more than likely blame it on the girl. If you wouldn't have played hard to get in this way (you CAN play hard to get without being an ass...) and brought out one of her worst sides, you'd probably still be into her. However, if you're just trying to get laid- this will probably work pretty well with most women.

I realize women play games too. I've done it, and it's never once worked out in my favor.

So boys and girls, next time you like someone, tell them (not 10x a day). Call them if you want to talk (also, not 10x a day... don't look desperate). If they do something to upset you, bring it up and get over it. If they do it again- toss em'. If you decide you do not want to see them anymore, get some balls and say something, nicely. IMO, the worst thing a girl or guy can do is drag someone along when they have no intentions of taking the relationship any further.

Like I said, Honesty Rocks.

End Soapbox.

L McP