And then there are the other days. You know what I’m talking about.
I refer to the days when I have to break something because I haven’t gotten laid in weeks. The days when guys’ night out is impossible because everyone in my posse has a girlfriend except for me. The days when my only hope for female companionship is visiting one of the girls that, for some reason or another, can’t be more than a friend, and when that happens, she wastes my time by talking about the guy she’s dating. I’m all about being there for my friends, but I’ve got better things to do than hear the details about someone else’s relationship, like waiting in line at the DMV.
So what this basically comes down to is, which is the lesser of two evils: Boredom or restriction? Are you willing to sacrifice your dreams of being a gigolo so that you can experience the stability and supposed thrills of a relationship? Or would you rather make love to your hand for days, weeks, and even months at a time so that you can do what you want without regrets or guilt trips?
Fortunately, for those of you who look like a pitbull in a boxing match, the decision has already been made for you. But those of us who have a choice know that this one depends on a lot of factors. Is your hometown known for having a good dating scene? Are you confident that you have the time and money to keep a significant other? There are all sorts of questions to ask. I'm going to end this article now before I start sounding like Dr. Phil and make any specific suggestions for self-examination.
