Category Archives: Dating Horror

Stories of failed dates and bad decisions

Navigating Arguments: She Broke My Nose!

By s | Published: September 30, 2009

She will annoy you, irritate you, and possibly stir violence in your heart. At some point, you are going to wish her ill of all kinds. This does not mean anybody has done anything wrong. In fact, this is par for the course when it comes to love. In my college days, I dated Helen, [...]

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Knowing Your Limits: Fat Cats & Blueberry Pie

By s | Published: December 3, 2008

One of my cardinal rules of effective dating is “Do not offer options when asking a prospective date about preferences. Get the information and make a plan.” I did not follow this rule when I asked Marianna out for the evening. Essentially, I let her plan the date and added my own twist as we [...]

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Knowing When To Run Vs. Masochistic Dating

By s | Published: November 2, 2008

I found myself strolling down a lamp-lit street sipping hot greasy dishwater topped with whipped cream. She was a perfectly built and initially charming redhead named Clarissa. I was back in my hometown for a few days and met her while picking up some groceries at the only grocery store in town. We had met [...]

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