No, you said I needed to get laid. But I need more. Ifallin love with the guys Idatewayyyy too quickly. Do you know I have never gone to bed with someone Iwasn'tin a committed relationship with? I'm a serial monogamist and I must be stopped!
Tisha
Girl, how much you have to drink already?
Me
Nothing. I'm sitting here wallowing in self-pity, thinking about my previous relationships. Each one burned hot and fast, like a shooting star, until it fizzled out when they found someone else.
Tisha
You're losing me... What are you sayingexactly?
Me
I'm saying I need to change my attitude. No more falling in love, at least not at first sight.
Tisha
Alright... but how?
Me
Like you said. Get laid. It'll be like a vaccine. Once I prove to myself I can have a fling with a guy–datehim, duck him–with no hearts involved, then the next time Imeetsomeone with potential, I'll know how to keep it casual until I'm absolutely sure. My brain won't hang out the "Committed" sign at the first organism.
Me
*fuck *orgasm
Tisha
Maybe I've had too much to drink because that's making sense
Me
I'm going to be seeing Brennan and Rania at all major family events, and minor ones, too, if my mother has any say. I can't face them when I'm so lonely and I definitely can't face them with another failed relationship. The next time I fall in love, it has to be the last time.
Tisha
So you think this will work? You think getting some good will change your brain chemistry?
Me
Crude. But accurate.
Tisha
Got anyone in mind?
Me
Charlie Salinas invited me to join the media team for happy hour at Poe's.
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Tisha
Charming Charlie??? Girl, you have my blessing
