LMNtal Attraction

The Hardest Thing...

2007-09-20T01:04:00.001Z

Sometimes the hardest thing to do for something you love is walk away from it. Even when, hell, especially when you have to do it for its own good.To be honest, ladies and gentlement, that's how I'm feeling right now. I don't have much I can write about at the moment, and as much as I love this blog and you guys, I feel like it's better to stop before the quality here tanks. There's only so many

A Note To All My Imaginary Internet Friends

2007-09-19T15:00:00.000Z

The Perfect Relationship...

2007-09-18T13:21:00.000Z

...is the one where you're both loved, honored, cherished, and respected. You try to let them know they're appreciated every single day, whether it's a large gesture like breakfast in bed, a picnic under the stars, or a romantic surprise, or a small one, like a backrub, a "honey you just relax and unwind, I'll take care of dinner/laundry/whatever-it-is-that-needs-to-be-done," or that look, the

Universal Difficulty

2007-09-14T15:38:00.000Z

Sometimes the hardest thing in the world to do is to take your own advice.I mean, the thing about dating is that most experiences are usually universal. We all enjoy reading and hearing about other people's issues because we can relate to them. When you really look at it, there's an infinite number of different variations on things, but there's really only a handful of core issues in

A Musical Interlude

2007-09-12T15:49:00.000Z

So my new car* has XM radio in it, and let me tell you, this could be the greatest gift to mankind of our generation. Seriously. I'm in a constant state of musical bliss. Awesome new music on demand, instead of the overplayed, overhyped, fascist ClearChannel-monopoly sewage that dominates the FM airwaves. Access to music that's actually made by musicians instead of constructed by corporate

A Small Dose of Humor for a Dreary Day

2007-09-11T16:54:00.000Z

Rules and Politics for a Friendly Breakup, a How-To Manual

2007-09-10T17:24:00.000Z

This is a post I've been writing with my thoughts, words, and actions for several years now. It's the result of trial, error, and most importantly, learning from my own mistakes, which I'm putting down on paper (or more specifically, digitally on teh internets) for my own reference in the future, 'cause it's probably a good thing to have handy if I ever plan to date again. The kind of thing that

Other People's Stuff

2007-09-07T16:07:00.000Z

Ok, so I'm pretty slammed at work today, and on top of that, it's Friday, which usually means I'm lazy about this blog. That said, in the interest of posting new and interesting things for y'all to read here while still being lazy, I'll let someone else generate the content for me like so:Last weekend, a friend sent me this interesting and thought provoking article. The gist of it is that

20 Words or Less

2007-09-06T16:52:00.000Z

So I was talking today with one of the wonderful ladies mentioned in yesterday's post when she asked me a question. I'm sure I've heard it before, but I don't think I ever really considered and tried to answer before."In twenty words or less, what do you think you want out of a relationship?"It's a great question. You see, it's easy to describe what you want when you have all the space in the

You're On Notice

2007-09-05T14:26:00.000Z

Ok, so if you've read even the most microscopic sample of this blog, you can tell that I like to give advice when it's requested. Especially in the realm of "please interpret for me what's going on in this guy's head and how I should handle it" for my female friends. I do my best not to give unsolicited advice, because that's almost never what someone needs, but when asked to help, I thrive on it

And As Promised...

2007-09-04T15:11:00.000Z

...we're back to our regularly scheduled programming. Well, kind of. It may not be exactly what you're used to, though, 'cause here's the thing: I'm not dating, which may make it hard to blog about dating. On the other hand, it might not, cause I still have plenty of friends who are dating and having the usual troubles, and there's never a drought in the news about dating and relationship topics.

Well, then.

2007-08-17T14:10:00.000Z

"The rumors of my death have been greatly exaggerated."-Mark TwainSummer vacation ends the day after labor day...

Audience Participation: (Wo)Man Crush

2007-06-08T19:12:00.000Z

Ok, so it's Friday. It's been a long week at work, and I'm feeling a bit lazy, so you'll find another interesting male opinion here. The topic: The Man Crush. 'Course, it is a San Francisco newspaper (I jest). Also? If I wrote it, you'd have to replace the words "Eva Longoria" with "Angelina Jolie." But check it out.Here's the audience participation part. Who do you have a same (or opposite if

Weight For It...

2007-06-07T17:39:00.000Z

Q: What do all of these women have in common?A: Chances are pretty good that when they look in the mirror, they all see this one:and it makes them feel like this:Now, I'm a guy. I never had to deal with growing up female in our society. I've never had the "oh, you're so skinny -- you look great! I wish I could be as skinny as you are" conversation that happens so often between two microscopically

Coming Of Age

2007-06-05T15:25:00.000Z

In any male blogger's blog-life, at some point he needs to take a stand. More specifically, it's pretty much a requirement that he weigh in on the cunnilingus debate. That's right, you heard me correctly. Dining at the Y, eating her cake, munching the carpet... pick your favorite euphemism. Before I started reading blogs, I had no idea there were any questions about such things. Apparently,

Ever Sleep With A Congressman?

2007-06-04T18:56:00.003Z

If so, you may be able to cash in. 'Course, blackmail might just be more lucrative in the long run, but if you take the windfall and invest wisely, you could definitely do pretty well for yourself.This "what the hell is the world coming to" moment brought to you by Larry Flynt and Hustler magazine.

Good Nookie Is Hard To Come By...

2007-05-22T18:01:00.000Z

...or maybe it's not, but it sure as hell is a lot harder to find than it should be.I've been dating again for about a year now, and I've noticed a disturbing trend when it comes to bedroom abilities. In general, people aren't that great at such things. And honestly? I'm pretty surprised, because I think it's almost harder not to be good at it than it is to rock your partner's world.See, I'm a

Well, Then.

2007-05-21T13:57:00.000Z

What to say about the happy hour? Great turnout, for one. Some of us (raises hand) may have had a couple too many and got pretty intimately familiar with this feeling, some of us (hand back down) may have made a new love connection here or there, some traveled far and/or wide to get there, some lost their blogger happy hour virginity, but I think all can agree it was a great time. I saw old

And So It Begins...

2007-05-18T14:10:00.000Z

Ok, who's in?

When Worlds Collide

2007-05-17T19:48:00.000Z

Blogging is an interesting thing. Especially when people you know in the real world read your blog. We like to make things interesting, so sometimes when we're writing, we take a little bit of journalistic license. Things can be exaggerated, and sometimes we'll combine multiple people or stories into one, for the sake of getting our point across. We'll even play with timelines or places.

Moral Education?

2007-05-16T19:37:00.000Z

The Good News: The Kansas Board of Education, hot on the heels of their recent success re-introducing an evolution-oriented curriculum in science classes, has canned abstinence-only sex education.The Bad News: They've replaced it with "abstinence plus" education, which stresses abstinence before marriage, while also urging schools to give students information about birth control and prevention

No Rules, Just Right

2007-05-15T18:14:00.000Z

As you may have noticed, I haven't written anything deep and emotional for a while here, mostly because I haven't been feeling very deep or emotional myself lately. I'm still not in that mode, but I read something so great that I'm throwing it out here anyway. Those of you that read the blog for your sappy romantic guy fix? Today's your day.If you don't already know him, Gene Weingarten is a

A Reminder and Then Some...

2007-05-14T17:18:00.000Z

It's coming...And? Well, INPY and I have been talking, and we'd like to try an experiment here. You see, as host, I-66 gave out points and bought the first drink for the point leader. That was fun. Free drinks rock.If you've never been to one of these happy hours, they're a pretty good time. Although I'm sure you'd expect a blogger happy hour to be kind of a nerd convention, filled with a horde

Sorry, guys...

2007-05-11T17:07:00.000Z

...running out the door to try to make it down to tech for the little sis's graduation. Want to read something interesting? Check out one of the links on the right, and I'll be back on Monday.:-)

Don't Look Now, But...

2007-05-10T17:59:00.000Z

Ok, I think that came out a little more extreme than I meant it to. I'm not super-depressed, I'm not out on the prowl for a wife, I'm not in a negative place right now, and I'm not, by any stretch of the imagination, desperate. On the other hand, one of my major goals in life at the moment is to find a good, solid, happy relationship. One that has the potential down the road to evolve into

A Brief Retrospective

2007-05-09T18:30:00.000Z

One year.That's how long it's been, to the day, since this ended. And in that year? Well, I've had some interesting dating experiences.Let's take an inventory:*6 Stage five clingers...3 Who misread what I wanted, projected their fears onto me, and used that to justify not dating me anymore...2 Who made me think they were more into me than they were...5 Whose personalities could be best summed up

Calling All Bloggers

2007-05-08T13:08:00.000Z

As you've probably heard by now, the Blogger Happy Hour torch has passed on to new ownership. I-66 did a killer job, and we're hoping we can live up to it.So what's on the menu for May?When: Friday, May 18th @ 8:00 pmWhere: Cue Bar -- 1115 U Street NWWho: Hosted by INPY and yours truly.Who's Coming: Bloggers, Commenters, Readers, Lurkers, Friends, and anyone else who happened to hear about it. If

Thank You, Jesus!

2007-05-07T19:06:00.000Z

I have a confession to make.I might have a little bit of a thing for the southern belle type. Ok, maybe it's a big thing. In fact, it might be bordering on "ginormous" or even "gargantuan."From a personality perspective, I'm not all about your stereotypical southern gal -- I tend to like women who are fiesty, well-traveled, and have a bit of the tough girl in them. The ones that can banter

Q: How Many Mice Does It Take To Screw In A Lightbulb?

2007-05-04T17:51:00.000Z

A: Two, but god knows how the little guys got in there.(This is a beta test of a possible "Silly Joke Friday" feature. Good? Bad? Ugly? Let me know. Special thanks to FoxySavant for the joke.)

Our Story...

2007-05-03T18:42:00.000Z

We've all got one. Well, the ninety-something percent of us who 1) aren't sheltered and/or virginal, and 2) didn't marry our high school sweetheart to live happily ever after. You probably have one yourself. I'm talking about the ex. The one you still think about sometimes and wonder what he/she is up to. The one who, in a different time or place, could have been your "happily ever after."Mine

Muffin Top: The Sequel

2007-04-30T17:58:00.000Z

When the weather gets warmer and the sun comes out, a new terror is born.A disease so hideous and terrible, it preys on the young and beautiful, rendering them horribly disfigured.Muffin Top was just the beginning. This summer, prepare yourself for the ultimate in fear. Just when you thought it was safe to go outside again......Bluffin Top will chill you to

Audience Participation Results

2007-04-30T17:55:00.000Z

UPDATE: Apparently only one post is showing up on the live feed, so if you got here from there, there's a newer, realer post above. :-)That was fun. Y'all had some great stories, so thanks for sharing.SWF41 wins for crazy implications that are probably a hell of a lot scarier than the actual dates. You definitely need to blog those stories, darlin'. Shoot me an email to collect your prize.We'll

Audience Participation

2007-04-26T20:16:00.000Z

Ever go to a concert where the band has a song that involves audience participation? Usually they run through what they want you to sing, let the crowd practice a few times, and then tell them what their cue is. When the crowd gets into it, it's a great time.That's what we're gonna do today. I'd love to see everyone who reads this join in, whether you're a regular, this is your first time here

Aaaaaand... We're Back!

2007-04-25T18:01:00.000Z

Yes, I'm back. And we'll return to our regular dating/relationships/male-female dynamic subject matter tomorrow, but since I've already been off-topic for a few days, I'm going to take this opportunity to say something even further off-topic.I'm not a political blogger, and this is not a political blog. I don't ever want it to be. I like the dating stuff, I'm better at writing about it, and it's

Updated: So...

2007-04-20T01:46:00.000Z

Life is really crazy right now. My work has gotten really busy, and the ol' social life is pretty eventful. In short, I've got a little too much on my plate at the moment, I'm feeling a bit burned out, and I'm gonna take a brief hiatus from the blog here. It may be a week, could be two, but I'll come back fresh and have lots of good stuff for you to read soon. Check back.Update, 9:45AM:So I've

Two Things

2007-04-18T16:42:00.000Z

Ok, I'm crazy slammed at work today, but there are a couple quick points I'd like to mention here.First of all, the tragedy at Virginia Tech. My younger sister is a student there, and she lived in the dorm (on the same floor, in the same area) where the shooting started during her freshman year. Obviously, this hit a little close to home for me and I'm deeply sympathetic to all the people who

Sheesh.

2007-04-17T16:47:00.000Z

Come on, people.This is just silly.(if you don't know what I'm referring to here, trust me -- you don't want to.)

Case in Point

2007-04-16T16:18:00.000Z

So I talk a lot about "nice guys," and how being one is not the answer. How you can be a good guy and still have a backbone. Most of you understand this, but just in case there's a guy or two out there (or a girl... it totally works both ways) who really doesn't get it yet, I'd like to share something I got in the mail the other day."I had never replied to a post on Craig's List before but a

Friday Change-Up...

2007-04-13T18:49:00.000Z

Ok, so the advice thing is getting a little old for me to do on a regular weekly basis. Because of that (and a few other concerns that will remain nameless), I think I've decided to kill the regular Friday advice column. If you have a question, keep sending'em in and I'll hit them every once in a while, just not every week.Which leaves me with an interesting problem. I kind of like having

Whew!

2007-04-12T16:54:00.000Z

Work is extremely busy and I'm feeling humor today, so here's a little something I wrote many months ago when I was still toying with craigslist.==================================================I want to hate-fuck a republican.Not just any republican, but a die-hard, SUV driving, gay hating, hardcore Bush supporter. Think Ann Coulter - she'd be a great prospect. Is she the only attractive one

Do Men Want a Relationship?

2007-04-11T15:02:00.000Z

So it's no big secret that I like craigslist. It's a great place to get just about anything you need or want (except maybe a significant other). Also? If you feel the need to just get something off your chest (and you don't have a blog to do it on), the rants and raves section is wonderful. It's also a good place to find some entertainment ('cause some of these people are nutjobs) and see how

How Hard is it to Eat Melted Chocolate?

2007-04-10T15:57:00.000Z

I've tried three times in the last couple of weeks to make chocolate fondue. It's one of my favorite things, and I make it pretty damn well -- dark chocolate with Grand Marnier being my favorite variety. And also? Making and eating fondue with a bottle of wine is a great date-type activity.But there's been a problem with it lately. Here's the thing. I'm all about discovery. I love making a

I Don't Get It...

2007-04-09T18:59:00.000Z

...why are they always so damn hot???Has anyone else noticed this particular trend? Those high school boys have got it good.

Good Cop, Bad Cop Fridays -- April 6, 2007

2007-04-06T14:55:00.000Z

A Little Uncertain writes"After 9 months together my girlfriend told me she needed space. She said she didn't know why but she wasn't happy and she needed time to figure out what wasn't working with us and how to fix it. We stopped getting together almost every day and went down to once or twice a week. That was about a month ago. After about two weeks she told me she wanted to see other

Carry-On or Check, Please?

2007-04-05T19:02:00.000Z

Dagny posted about baggage the other day, and it really got my wheels turning.See, I think it's pretty unreasonable to expect a new partner to come baggage-free. We've all dated before, and we've all had experiences in the past, both good and bad, that contribute to who we are today. That said, I think I tend to come into new interations looking a lot like this:As I (and the people I know) get

In Inches, In Miles, In Laughter, In Strife?

2007-04-03T16:10:00.000Z

How do you measure the greatness of a man*?Is it in the things he does, the ideas he believes in, the love for/of those around him?Maybe it's how he changes the world... or changes the lives of those he's close to.Or the joy and laughter he brings to others. The works he performs or his success in a chosen profession. Maybe it's money. Maybe it's the beauty he contributes to life. Possibly

The End of an Era...

2007-04-02T14:42:00.000Z

Ok, so I absolutely love dating. I love the shiny, sparkling feelings you get when you start to see someone new, I think almost every woman is amazing in her own way, and I love discovering the little surprises you really don't see coming when you get to know someone. The anticipation of a first date, the sparks of the first kiss, and the passion of a first... um... interaction... they can all

Good Cop, Bad Cop Fridays -- March 30, 2007

2007-03-30T20:23:00.000Z

Smitten but Shy writes:"I've got a crush on a guy friend. Nothing's ever happened between us but there's a lot of sexual tension and I want it to. How do I tell him and get something started?"Bigger Bitch Than You says:Well you didn't give us a lot to go on honey but let me see if I can out do LMNT again.1) how long have you known this chap? I mean are you BFF since grade school or did you meet

How To Pick Up A Blogger

2007-03-29T16:53:00.000Z

Ok, so you like to read blogs. Know how I knew that? You're here. I'm a smart cookie.Anyway, I'm sure you've got a handful (or possibly more) you read regularly. It's a fairly intimate view into another person's life, and if you're anything like most of us, at some point you've developed a blog-crush or two. Maybe more. Want to turn those fantasies into reality? It's really not that hard.

Materialistic, Much?

2007-03-28T20:46:00.000Z

Yesterday I was hanging out, drinking wine with a friend of mine. She's a pretty good friend, and all kinds of fun to hang out with unless we're talking about her romantic situation, cause there's all kinds of drama there. She's got some pretty messed up priorities in that department, but she's working on it. Other than that? Really cool chick.Anyway, she tells me her ex-fiancee just bought a new

A Little Slutty?

2007-03-27T16:13:00.000Z

If you know me (or have paid attention here), you know how I feel about the word "slut". It's one of my very least favorite things.That said, this article on the evolution of the word was pretty darn interesting. Check it out.

What a Glorious Feeling...

2007-03-26T19:30:00.000Z

Ever noticed that when it comes to dating, the old "when it rains, it pours" adage is particularly true?I mean, seriously, you have a few good dates and all of a sudden interested parties seem come rushing out of the woodwork, even if there was no shortage of interested paries before. It's always funny to me how it happens right when you start to think about possibly not dating beyond the one (or

Ask LMNt Friday Surprise, As Promised -- March 23, 2007

2007-03-23T15:00:00.000Z

See that title up there? Yeah, it doesn't say "Ask LMNt Friday". It says "Ask LMNt Friday". Why, you ask? Because Ask LMNt Friday is going away, to be replaced with something bigger, better, and probably cooler.You see, my friend Bigger Bitch Than You recently started her own blog (and guys, she's awesome -- gorgeous, smart, and a whole heluva lotta fun). And well, she feels my advice is just a

Good Grief!!!

2007-03-22T18:33:00.000Z

Ok, you guys seem to have finished the online dating faux pas post for me, so we're moving on today.I'm noticing a disturbing trend lately in reading the work of our eligible, hot, and feminine dc bloggers. Go ahead, check out the links -- I'll still be here when you get back....Ok, with me so far? Good.What the eff is up with that? Since when did text messaging become a proper medium to take

Help Your Karma

2007-03-21T17:33:00.000Z

We interrupt your regularly scheduled blogging for a couple of special announcements. If you can find it in your heart, I know a couple places you can earn some karma points:Sweet's got some friends who need help. Read about it here.Also, I Now Pronounce You is not exactly having the best time right now. Go say something nice.I'll be back tomorrow.

No, Thanks... Part 1

2007-03-19T19:35:00.000Z

So if you've been reading, it's no big secret that I like the personals. They're fun. Not only are they darn good entertainment, but I've met a lot of interesting people that way (some of my closest friends, actually). In fact, my most significant relationship to date started that way. We didn't hit it off romantically at first, but after a few years as friends, we started dating. While it

Ask LMNt Friday -- March 16, 2007

2007-03-16T18:22:00.000Z

Ok, guys and gals, it's that time again.Grossed Out sent in this:"Here's the story. I met this GreatGirl, as you call it. I could really see myself falling for her. I took her out a few times, and things got hot and heavy. That went great. Afterwards, we were talking and I found out her "number" is a lot higher than I would want it to be. Now I feel strange talking to her and I'm

How to Scare a Man Away From Marriage

2007-03-15T17:25:00.000Z

Tell him there's actually a book called I'd Rather Eat Chocolate: Learning to Love My Low Libido. And that it's popular.I know it scares the hell outta me. Eesh.

Don't Try This At Home

2007-03-14T19:27:00.000Z

I've got a pretty darn goofy sense of humor. I'm into bad puns, stupid jokes, and general cheesiness. If I'm in the room, and someone groans and says "har, har," chances are it was in response to some of my dorkier humor.Because of this, I'm a huge fan of bad pickup lines. You know, the funny but dreadful (and innuendo-ful) ones you really really hope no one in their right mind would ever attempt

Appreciation

2007-03-13T17:42:00.000Z

In my opinion, the female body is a work of art, and one of the highest forms of it in existence. Possibly the highest. The way the curves are put together can, at times, be the absolute pinnacle of aesthetic perfection.So I'm an everything man. In other words, I'm not specifically a breast man, a butt man, a neck man, a leg man, or any other specific part lover. I love all of those, in

Grow a Pair

2007-03-08T18:00:00.000Z

Ok, gentlmen, I've got a bone to pick with you. I'm getting pretty darn tired of hearing my female friends whine about how indecisive and gutless most of you seem to be. In general, women like guys who can take charge and be a little dominant. Guys who have a plan and are not easily intimidated. And for the love of god, guys who have the balls to make a friggin' move.Think about that for a

Yuck.

2007-03-07T19:22:00.000Z

Sinus infections suck.Read this, it's hi-larious.

Dating Under the Influence

2007-03-06T16:37:00.000Z

When drunk drivers get into car accidents, they tend to get seriously injured a lot less often than the sober people involved. The current logic is that they're relaxed and loose, and since their reaction times are in the shitter, they don't realize what's going on fast enough to tense up and brace against it. It's the people who try to fight it that really get messed up.Jamy made this

What's in Your Drawers?

2007-03-05T17:55:00.000Z

Ok girls, let's talk about underwear. Not the supersexy, lacy, fancy special occasion stuff, but what's on the menu on a more regular manner.What do you wear?Obviously, it has to fulfill a few requirements... gotta be comfortable, and it doesn't hurt if it makes you feel sexy, whether or not someone's going to be seeing them later, right?Now, for guys, it's pretty easy. Tighty whities, bikinis,

Ask LMNt Friday -- March 2, 2007

2007-03-02T19:23:00.000Z

Ok, guys -- it's that time again.Frustrated with Dating writes:You seem to know what you are talking about and having a guy's opinion seems like a good idea, so here is my 2 part question:1. What are your feelings about girls calling guys? Mostly in the early stages of a relationship, before exclusivity has been established. 2. I went out with a guy about a week ago, it was the third date, and

Do You Believe?

2007-03-01T17:56:00.000Z

True Love. Soulmates. The One. I've always thought these things were a load of bunk, but every once in a while, I almost wonder.See, I just finished re-reading one of my favorite books last night, What Dreams May Come by Richard Matheson. It's about a man who marries his soulmate, has a family, and dies relatively young. That's where it starts. The actual story covers his quest through the

POW!!! Right in the Kisser!

2007-02-28T16:44:00.000Z

Ok, so a friend and I have been having a lot of conversations lately about kissing and kissing skill. As I've mentioned before, I'm a huge fan, and I've been known to describe myself as a kissoholic. And, based on the feedback I've received and the wide range of kissing I've experienced, I think I'm a qualified expert on the subject.What makes a good kisser? I think it has a lot to do with style.

Karma

2007-02-27T16:36:00.000Z

It will bite you on the ass.Check this out.Hahahahahahahahaha!!!!!

Apparently, I'm It

2007-02-26T16:38:00.001Z

As much as I usually try to dodge this kind of thing, I try to be a good sport. Lisa over at Lemon Gloria tagged me the other day, and since she's a pretty cool chick, here it comes. Apparently I need to tell you 7 strange things about me. The catch? One of them's not exactly (or even partially) true. Ready? Great, here we go:1) Once in college, I both streaked the Exorcist stairs and

Ask LMNt -- February 23, 2007

2007-02-23T21:27:00.000Z

A Little Jealous writes:Hi,My boyfriend's awful flirty with other girls when we go out. Is this a problem? I'm feeling a little jealous, and I don't know if I should be worried or not.LMNT says:Well, you haven't exactly given me a lot of information here, but I'll take a swing at it anyway. It seems like you're asking me if this is your problem and you shouldn't have a problem with it, or if

She's as Cold as Ice

2007-02-22T19:03:00.000Z

Ever have one of those moments where you say something in conversation that surprises you with how dead-on it is? Where you go "man, I need to remember that"? I had such a moment last night on the phone with a friend, and from it, we created the "iceberg" concept, which I'm sure will soon become a major part of my dating vocabulary.You see, when you go on a few dates with someone and you're

Flowers Suck

2007-02-21T21:33:00.000Z

Ok, so Valentine's day was last week, and after a few conversations with female friends, apparently something needs to be reiterated for the men of the world.Don't buy flowers for girls you barely know. And by "flowers," I mean "flower deliveries, jewelry, vacations, or any other expensive or romantic gifts," but I'm just gonna use "flowers" from here on out to encompass all of that

What About Love?

2007-02-15T15:52:00.000Z

Hi, my name is LMNt, and I'm an addict.I love strong, independent women. Like really, really love them. They're my weakness. When I meet one, I can't stop thinking about her. I want to make her smile all the time. I want her to not be able to stop thinking about me, too. I want to open up to her, tell her all my secrets, learn hers, and build something together.This is a problem.Why? Well,

Dueling Views on V-Day

2007-02-13T16:41:00.000Z

So tomorrow's Valentine's Day. I don't really have too much to say on the subject, but I've been reading a lot of blogging about it lately. The way single people look at it in particular is really fascinating. Here are my top two V-Day related blog posts:RCR has an interesting perspective, and I really like the way this girl thinks.Which side of the fence do you fall on?

Goodnight, Girl

2007-02-12T15:41:00.000Z

This is Penny. My good friend Megan got her when she was a puppy. Today was her 16th birthday, and they had to put her down this morning. She was a very sweet girl, and she'll be missed. Her Mommy, Mommy's boyfriend David, and her sister Janis (a 7 yr old cairn terrier) will be ok, I'm sure, but they're having a rough time right now. I wish there was something I can say, but there really

Ask LMNt Friday -- February 9, 2007

2007-02-09T14:14:00.000Z

Happy Friday, everybody. No female advisor this week -- this question is definitely just looking for the male opinion. If you have a question you'd like to see answered here, send it in to lmntalattraction (at) gmail (dot) com.First Move writes:In the context of online dating, and using match.com as an example, is it okay for a girl to take the initiative to wink at a guy? Is this perceived by

What Do Guys Really Want?

2007-02-08T15:52:00.000Z

That was the title of a Google ad in my mail today. Since a lot of my communication from this blog revolves around dating and questions about guys, Gmail seems to think I'm a woman. Reading the ads is like a sneak peek into the other team's tactics.I've gotten a lot of questions about what guys want, and I've read a lot of blogs that seem to wonder, so let me lay it all out for you here. Got a

Going Below the Surface

2007-02-07T18:07:00.000Z

When you first meet someone new, the possibilities are endless. This person could be anything to you -- an interesting conversation, a new friends, a lover, occasional hookup, a few dates, a girlfriend or boyfriend... anything you can imagine. The less you know them, the more potential roles they can have in your life.Some people jump right in, pursuing that person for the role they hope he or

Honesty Revisited

2007-02-06T20:52:00.000Z

Online dating just dropped another notch or six on my list of good ways to meet new people. Why, you ask? Because Cornell researchers just proved that online daters are big fat liars. And it's totally true, from my experience. Now the study says that weight is the most common lie, but that height and age also happen pretty regularly. I've never run into a height or age liar, though. I've

How to Screw Up a Good Thing

2007-02-05T15:33:00.000Z

I witnessed a tragedy on Saturday night.You see, I was out with a few friends at a pretty cool, busy bar. And when I say "busy," what I mean is "so friggin' packed you can't move" or "you wait 20 minutes for your beer" or "sardine can." There were a LOT of people there. One of whom was my very attractive single friend we'll call Katie, and another was the attractive guy who almost picked her

Ask LMNt Friday -- February 2, 2007

2007-02-02T17:00:00.000Z

Woohoo! Almost weekend time!This week, Velvet from Velvet In Dupont is stepping in to lend us her experience. Since starting her Year of Bad... um, I mean First Dates, she's had plenty of experience with today's topic, and I'm sure she had quite a bit prior to that, too.Silly Rabbit writes:So, what's the best way to gently let down a guy and let him know he's in the friend zone and not damage the

Another One Bites The Dust...

2007-02-01T20:03:00.000Z

My favorite blog died today, because of the utterly despicable and dangerous actions of someone who doesn't deserve the attention he'd get if I went into any more detail. I'm taking the day off from blogging, cause this makes me really sad.We'll miss you, Kassy.

Tough Love

2007-01-31T20:08:00.000Z

People love to make excuses, especially when it might hurt someone's feelings not to. On the other hand, I've seen altogether too many of my female friends lately getting themselves hurt because they chased after a guy who gave them an excuse without reading between the lines to understand what he really meant.We're simple creatures. A guy's desires are not that tough to figure out, and we're

"Like" Actually

2007-01-30T18:29:00.000Z

Ok, I've started about to write about about a bajillion different topics today, and none of them seem to be coming out right, so I'm going to go ahead and break my "no personal details" rule for you guys. Rules were made to be broken, right?I have a date tomorrow night. Now, I've had a lot of dates lately, and most of them haven't exactly gone the way I'd hoped they would. This one, on the other

Wow.

2007-01-29T19:46:00.000Z

This is the best idea ever.Wish they had that when I was younger.

Ask LMNt Friday -- January 26, 2006

2007-01-26T16:51:00.000Z

Hey guys, you know what day it is. This week's guest is Jamy from Grateful Dating. She's a real pro at this stuff, with great perspectives and a very interesting blog. If you haven't read it, check it out. Now let's get to the question.Feeling Betrayed writes:I met a guy online, and we've been seeing each other for about two months. I really like him. The other day, I logged in and saw he's been

Mr. Clean

2007-01-25T17:30:00.000Z

One of my favorite things in the world is a group shower (and by "group," of course, I mean "me and my girl"). Not as a sexual thing, although sometimes it can be, but more as a bonding ritual or what-have-you. It's an awesome way to start your day if someone spent the night at someone else's. It saves water, and it's nice to have someone else around who can reach that damn spot on your back

Oh. My. God.

2007-01-24T16:57:00.000Z

Ok, so I know I said I probably wasn't going to entertain y'all with the exciting tales of my personal life, but this is just too good not to spill.I got an email last night in response to a personal ad I'd placed recently from a prostitute. Not a prostitute who wanted to make me her customer, but a prostitute who wants to go on a date. I'm sorry, an "adult entertainer who also has a massage

Don't Talk to Strangers?

2007-01-23T18:31:00.000Z

It never ceases to amaze me when I hear someone complain that they're single and unhappy with it, but they're not out actively trying to be a social person. They sit at home when they're not at work, maybe they've got a profile online somewhere, but they don't really make an effort to bring new people into their lives.If you want to be surrounded by fun, interesting people, you have to be a fun

Breaking News: Area Man Still Single

2007-01-22T18:02:00.000Z

FAIRFAX COUNTY, VA Jan 22 -- LMNt L. Attraction, 27, an attractive local man, is still single, sources close to the eligible bachelor tell us. Area residents are shocked to learn that since ending a two year relationship in early May of 2006, Attraction has had several dates and a few short-term flings, but nothing that has developed into a substantial, lasting relationship."I'm amazed. He's a

Ask LMNt, Take 2

2007-01-19T17:54:00.000Z

Not Faint-Hearted writes:What's up with 20-something and early 30-something guys wanting to date "older" women. Like 45 year old women. What do they think they're getting into? Are they looking for a mommy figure or a "teacher," if you know what I mean. As a woman of a certain age, I'm just wondering.Here's what I think:First of all, I can't pretend to speak for anyone but myself here. That said,

Skin Deep?

2007-01-18T15:38:00.000Z

This post comes with a warning label: The following essay is not politically correct. If you are easily offended, especially by harsh truths concering superficial topics like weight and/or physical appearance, you should not read it. Perhaps you'll find something more to your liking here.There's a saying we've all heard about people that goes something like "it's what's on the inside that

Dear LMNT, take one.

2007-01-17T21:27:00.000Z

Not-So-Frigid Bitch Barbie writes:mr lmntal.please excuse me for being so forward. i've enjoyed your recent and fast ascent to blog fame. anyhoo, here's my uber important question for your guy perspective:Is Steak and BJ Day the same day as valentine's - feb 14? or is it one month later, March 14? the bf and i are fighting over this. hope you can help settle the matter.hugs and kisses,

Who Could It Be Now?

2007-01-16T16:44:00.000Z

Warning: Introspective Stuff AheadI'm finding that in this latest phase of dating (i.e. since the big ex), my standards have gone up in a big way. I was discussing this with a friend recently, and it seems to be a fairly common phenomenon when you reach a point in your life where the pieces are all in place and settling down with someone for the long haul actually starts to be a feasable

Random Announcements/Housekeeping/Etc.

2007-01-15T15:32:00.000Z

*** Auction Update *** The auction is over. Congratulations to DCWeddingPhotog, who won a date with yours truly on a winning bid of $110.00. That was quite a healthy stroke to my ego, and I'm sure we'll have a great time.If you bid on me, but didn't win, there may be a few consolation prizes available. To win one, shoot me an email with a picture, a brief summary of why you think you should get

How to Write a Good Email

2007-01-12T17:05:00.000Z

*** Auction Update ***6 bids, huh? Not too shabby, but if you bid on me, there's an 83% chance someone's beating you... Are you gonna let her punk you like that? Are you gonna let that Neil guy in California show me up? Where's your competitive streak? We're halfway through (the auction ends tomorrow at midnight), so let's get it ON!**********This is for the online daters out there. Just

Breaking News from the CDC!

2007-01-11T14:27:00.000Z

*** Auction Update ***It's on! Right now, I'm doing well, but my local blogger friend I-66 is only $5.00... Come on, girls, we gotta do better than that. I want to see bidding wars and catfights. Tearing at each other's clothing is highly encouraged, but biting, hair-pulling, and other dirty fighting tactics are frowned upon.**********A startling new disease has been discovered, affecting scores

Too Soon?

2007-01-10T15:11:00.000Z

*** Auction Update ***Ok girls, get your purses out. The auction starts at midnight. I'll definitely be keeping an eye on how this goes, so you should boost my fragile male ego and help a good cause all at the same time. ;-)**********So I had a post all ready to go about the evils of Online Dating Syndrome (ODS), but you'll just have to wait until tomorrow for that, because Carrie M really got my

How NOT To Ask a Girl Out...

2007-01-09T15:29:00.000Z

My friend Kara was a blogger for a long time. She had a few blogs for a few years, and although they were never big in the DC blog scene, she definitely had a reader or two. Now that she's got a great guy and the rest of her life is wonderful, she's boring (Hi Kara! Love ya!), so she recently decided to retire her last remaining blog. The perfect boyfriend was one of the major discussion

Let's Talk About Sex, Bay-bee

2007-01-08T16:07:00.000Z

*** Auction Update ***Ok girls, the site for the NotGirls Charity Auction is up. Wanna see what I look like? Check it out here. I'm counting on all my sexy internet girlfriends out there to help me make a respectable showing, so start planning your strategy now. The auction runs from Thursday through Saturday. As I mentioned before, I'll go anywhere in the greater DC area for this, so if you're