The Dating Files: The B Word

I find the very notion of putting labels on relationships a little annoying. In my younger days I think I focused too much on that who process. But didn’t we all? Constantly asking questions about what this was and where things were headed. But, in my ridiculously old age I’ve realized a lot of that [...]

The Dating Files: The Double Date

I’m never sure how obvious I am on here so you may (or may not have) have picked up on the fact that I’m sorta seeing someone. He likes to pick me up and he made me a mix cd. How do you feel about double dates? I happen to like them. It’s always nice [...]

The Dating Files: The Importance of Music

Some people might call me crazy, but I place a lot of importance on the musical taste of my potential mate. Maybe it’s silly, but music matters to me. They don’t have to share my exact taste (I actually love it when a boy introduces me to fun, new bands) but there should be some [...]

The Dating Files: Valentine’s Day

Ah, Valentine’s Day. Historically the most hated of all holidays for the single gal. And I”ll admit, in the past I’ve een known to feel a little stabby on this day. I know what you’ll say, “but Amy everyone hates Valentine’s Day and even if you’re in a couple it’s still pretty stupid.” And yes [...]

The Dating Files: The Pick-Up Artist

So, guess what? I went on a date about three weeks ago and something happened that’s never happened to me before in all my dating in NYC adventures. This particular date picked me up. Now I know that doesn’t sound so weird to most of you. If you live anywhere besides NYC getting picked up [...]