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Yeah, I definitely think she knows.

Oh, I almost forgot about that one! Now I miss it. haha

That's a really cute picture! I love the expression.

I love the picture I used as my avatar pic. The colors and the composition really appeal to me. I think it's sweet.

He would be the type of guy that everyone loves being around. He'd be outgoing and witty, but not in an obnoxious way. He would have a great sense of humor, and a way with words. He would be confident, but humble all the same. He would do really cute and creative things, not just for me, but for any of his friends. Ideally he would also be really attractive, but not necessarily in a classical way. He would be intriguing. Smoldering eyes and a disarming smile. He'd have the ability to make you feel like the most important and interesting person no matter who you were. I see him as having a good set of morals, but not in a prudish way. The type of guy that you would respect just because of how they present themselves and act with others. He'd be really curious and playful, and we'd be able to connect in a way that wouldn't have me wondering what I should say next but rather would make me suddenly realize that we'd been talking for five hours straight.

Secondhand Serenade - Fall For You The best thing about tonight's that we're not fighting Could it be that we have been this way before I know you don't think that I am trying I know you're wearing thin down to the core But hold your breathe Because tonight will be the night that I will fall for you Over again

They will continue to be a problem, but what needs to be taken into consideration is that gay people aren't the only people facing these problems. Most of those problems are situational, and are not just limited to gay people. While I do believe that it has definitely gotten easier for the younger situation than past generations, I still stress the fact that despite the level of difficulty in being gay, I would still choose to be gay. As Kevin put it, it's all about point of view and frame of mind. Being gay has had a huge impact on how I see the world and how my life has been played out. I think it's something that has shaped the person I am and how I react to situations and handle them. Yeah, I suppose things would have been simpler if I were straight, but I wouldn't be the same person that I am. I simply don't wish I had grown up straight instead of gay.

As naive as some may deem it to be, I think that these are terrible excuses to prefer to be straight. These are all issues that should NOT be happening, and could occur to anybody. So what if it's a more difficult road? I would never prefer something just because it would be easier. Life itself is difficult. I would definitely choose to be gay.

Perhaps that's the case for semester-based schools, but on the quarter system, spring break is after the winter quarter and before the spring quarter... so no exams to study for.

...and I'm out of here! So EXCITING! I'll never have to be around any of these disgusting, inconsiderate, unattractive, socially inept assholes again. I mean, is it absolutely necessary to use the bathroom WITHOUT closing the door first and WITHOUT flushing the toilet when you're done? Seriously? Seriously? But that's okay, the countdown has begun.

These are my thoughts on this. The key word is tastefully. It can be quite cute in moderation.

"Everything" is incredibly romantic! I love that one.

Moby - Love Should is a great romantic song. Although for a while I completely overplayed it, I still think Chasing Cars is lso really romantic. Jem - Flying High is another great one. I don't know if I would call it romantic, but "Here In Your Arms" is a really cute song. I love the line "you are the one, the one that lies close to me. whispers, 'hello, i miss you quite terribly.'"

I know it sounds selfish and self-centered, but to be honest, I would be crushed. To find someone that I wanted to spend the rest of my life with and then all of a sudden have them realize they'd rather be a woman... it would hurt. This would undoubtedly end a romantic relationship. That doesn't mean that we'd have no relationship at all, but it would become one of a gay best friend / straight girl relationship. I have quite a few girls that I know I could have very healthy relationships with if I were attracted to women, but gender plays a huge role. I'd try to be supportive, of course, but on the inside, it'd be killing me.

I saw him for the last time last night. I didn't get off work until 11:20, but I still headed over. My friends all said I didn't have an obligation to go, but I said I had to. I rushed from my classes earlier in the day to go buy his birthday presents, and I also made this picture frame of him and me with little inside jokes on it. I drove all the way over there with my friend, and I am so glad she came with me. When I got there, I felt so uncomfortable. I didn't know anyone else, he did a mass introduction and then left us to go talk to these two guys that he hadn't talked to in a while. We tried making small talk, but it just did not work. The whole time I was there it was just so awkward. I must have said two words to him. When I was leaving he said that he wished we could have hung out more but I work so much. He didn't even try ONCE to hang out. I had so much time off lately, it was such bullshit. I was so upset on the drive home. It was such a stupid move to actually show up. Apparently that's how much our friendship was, just a side note. A little post-it really, easily removed. Pretty hot. I was still clinging to a small amount of hope that we wouldn't leave things like they've been, that we'd be friends again. I think Meredith said it best: In the absence of hope, I need to stay in bed and feel like I might die today.

Lately all the thrill is gone Everything I do is wrong You keep pouring water on these flames inside Sugababes - Open The Door

cute picture! you look like you're a bit nervous... like you're waiting for the guy at the door on your first date.

I am no longer speaking to you. haha jk, that's great! I would love to be able to make my own schedule and just take time off! And now I'm curious as to how amazingly good a pomegranate martini would taste.

haha... there's actually a lot to do next month and the month after. it never ends! and thanks kev! it's stressful, but at the same time i feel so responsible and mature that it is totally worth it.

His name is Casper! Pretty much the hottest thing ever, says I. Crazy month so far... got my manager keys, learned to drive in less than a week, got my permit, signed up for my driving test, new glasses, new car, annnnd not too shabby on the gpa. Would love to talk more, but I get to go drive now. yay!

You pretty much hit it spot on, he's leaving for family. And the past couple of weeks, I've kind of come to understand it from his point of view. I'm at the stage where it's too hard for me. I can't spend more than a couple of moments around him without feeling like I might breakdown, so I don't. I'm not sure if he has been acting like this cause we really were good friends and he thought it would be too hard to say goodbye, or if he just feels like we're not friends anymore. I don't think either of them would make me feel better. He's brought up a goodbye party, but he didn't really invite me. It was kind of just mentioned, and with everyone else it was "plan to spend the night" or "we're gonna have so much fun", but for me it was "i'm going to have a going away party on the 4th, kind of a collective goodbye." I know that that was his invitation, but it really didn't feel like one. I don't want to go. Grrr, I know, I know... I have to. You're completely right, I have to put aside my stupid feelings and realize that he's the one that's leaving. It's my turn to just play the role of a friend. Bah, I hate it when you're right about these type of things. Thanks for the response, Kev.

I think because it's so rare for a relationship to last so long, it does have some relevance. Of course, a relationship can last for 20 years and not be as healthy as one lasting for 2 years, but when you think about it... something must be working if it's lasted 20 years. On the outside it may not seem like the ideal situation, but for the people in it it could be the best relationship they've ever had. I know that I would definitely not stay in a relationship that long if I wasn't happy. But I understand the argument--perhaps long relationships just last because of a feeling of being comfortable, where a shorter relationship could have much stronger feelings involved. People change over time, and a lot can happen... fights, mood swings, big lifestyle changes... a whole list of things that affect the dynamics of a relationship that perhaps aren't applicable to a shorter relationship, though. For it to last in spite of all that, I think, deserves merit.

That's usually why I ask for no ice. I hate how the drink tastes once the ice melts.

No, together works. Of course I kid.

I would have to say it's a three-way tie between Cherry Coke, Welch's Grape soda, and Sprite. It all depends on my mood, really. Lately, though, I've been really big on water and ice tea.