Category Archives: texts

something we take for granted: our smartphones

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I apologize for the delay this past week, but I lost my iPhone. and yes, I have the Siri phone that pretty much could tie my shoe if I asked.

although it only took a week to get back, it felt like months. the insurance company couldn’t approve my claim and ship it fast enough. I even called because it had been over 24 hours since I faxed my paperwork, even though I’m supposed to wait 48 hours.

so what did I do for those very quiet 7 days? first, I went without a phone completely. it’s like quitting cigarettes cold turkey. I didn’t tweet, didn’t check in, didn’t pin any sweet pics – nothing. I couldn’t even hashtag during the super bowl with my followers (how tragic). if someone had to reach me, there was gmail. or the important people in my life have my boyfriend’s number and used that. then finally I got a replacement for the time being.

a wannabe blackberry looking pantech phone filled my void. app-less, front camera-less, touch screen-less and the Internet could only open one browser window at a time. I actually had to physically press “reload” each time I wanted to check my email. not to mention I had zero contacts in this phone. people were texting me, some of my closest friends even, and I had to respond with good ol’ “who is this?”

but what I learned…

not having a phone is wonderful. and I highly recommend turning off your phone for an hour each day. I finished two books and am already halfway through the third. I got to thinking about the book I want to write. I didn’t get distracted from work. I even caught my dad driving the wrong way and turned us around safely to an enjoyable dinner. I gave loved ones more attention and although I have been hit with a god awful cold, I’ve been able to do things with my full attention instead of being distracted because someone stole my mayorship.

believe it or not, coming from the girl who used to sob over losing phones, the world didn’t end. and I would be more than happy to leave my phone off during my lunch hour every so often.

however this time, I’m installing the find my phone app…just in case.

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dating 102: 3 stupid games women play wrong

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1. acting uninterested – you may think this is genius, but it’s not. if you like a pair of jeans, you try them on, you contemplate buying them, and so forth. you don’t put your blinders up and completely ignore them every single time you’re at the store. the same should be said with men. you don’t have to have sex with him instantly or consume his whole life right away, but showing that you’re somewhat concerned actually does help. maybe you’re waiting 17 minutes between each text, if you’re counting that out, think again. text him back when you have a chance. hang out with him if you’re free. those new jeans aren’t instantly going to become your favorites, so give them a trial run before you make your decision.

2. “oh, well, this other guy I’ve been talking to…” – shut up right there. jealousy never ends in anything pleasant. if you’re on a date with Sean, don’t bring up Matt. and vice versa. they don’t know each other, they don’t care about each other and unless you’re Facebook official with both of them (not possibly, you ho!), they don’t need to know the other exists. if your new beau isn’t giving you enough attention – how rude! – distance yourself, you don’t have to say why or with who, but if he’s really interested, he’ll come crawling back. they always do.

3. if you’re friends with your ex, don’t lie – chances are, it’ll be weird as hell when you’re caught out to lunch with your former partner. sure a lot of potential love interests might be weirded out by this in the beginning, but there is a reason why the word ex is involved. it’s over, ka-put. and if there is a possibility of getting back with that old flame, then you shouldn’t be getting yourself so interested in someone else that you’re playing games. rebounds don’t warrant games. just make sure you give back your half a heart necklace before the wedding. kidding.

what other games can you think of that really turn men away? any great tips from past experiences? share below!

make your next rainy day a gossip girl marathon (YES, PLEASE)

I’m a huge tv junkie. in fact, instead of going to the movies or watching a movie from my ondemand, I’d rather sit on my butt and watch season after season of a tv show. or I can switch it up and cover about 2 different shows in a weekend. so when I saw this amazing deal, I couldn’t say no. gossip girl, seasons 1-4, for under $16 each. just click on the link to buy!

you know you love me, xoxo.

gossip girl season 1 | $14 (I love how this is the only box that really resembles the book):

gossip girl season 2 | $14:

gossip girl season 3 | $14:

gossip girl season 4 | $16:

dating & texting: 3 signs he doesn’t want in

thanks to this new invention of texting, okay not new, but when it comes to dating, it can make or break a relationship. and texting can be totally great when meeting someone new: anticipating those not-so-quick responses, getting to know this new person, and even helps with making plans for the first date (instead of talking on the phone, of course).

however, time to wake up – not every guy you drunkenly talk to at a bar wants your digits. you might think you guys are totally hitting it off when in reality, he’s trying to find an escape route. ladies, burn these 3 rules in your mind and never forget them:

1. “Here, take my number.” – unless their phone is about to die or is already dead, this is the go-to escape route to shut you up. taking down a number means they don’t want to be in control of your new-found relationship = they can care less if you text or not. this is the most common, yet most misunderstood line.

2. “I’m not a big texter.” – LIE. LIE. LIE. LIE. LIE. what person in their 20s is not a texter? sure there’s the few select people that genuinely hate texting still text. and if you see what phone they have, blackberry, iphone, droid, even that old LG phone with the keyboard – they blatantly text if they need a keyboard. or maybe they’d just rather play snake..

3. “Don’t worry about it, I’ll find you on Facebook.” – oh, okay. because this makes so much sense. did you exchange last names? better yet, do you even remember his first name? does he even have a facebook? yeah billions of people do, but there are also a ton of people who aren’t active users. and even if this idea does come true, do you really want his first impression of you to be blackout drunk in mexico hugging the tequila shooter.

and if you are talking to someone you genuinely like, you should probably keep your cell phone away anyway.

did you actually pay for that? world’s dumbest tattoos

I’m sure we’ve all seen some body ink and wondered why they would ever pay for that. I don’t mean “Mom” in a heart, I’m talking about the bald guy with eyes on the back of his head or the girl in CA who got “Drake” tattooed across her forehead. but for those of you like myself that could use a good laugh on a Monday morning, take a peek at the worst tattoos (as per Ellen DeGeneres):

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see more tattoos FAILs here.

random pick-up lines to laugh at, use, & drink to

maybe you’re typing away at the coffeehouse. maybe you’re googling a few things before you hit the club. or maybe you and your new boy-toy just need a good laugh. well, guess what? you’re in luck!

meet the pick-up line generator: a website dedicated to giving you a new pick-up line with every click of the “refresh” button. some are totally tacky (I guess they kind of all are), while some are totally sexy and *could* almost work on that fresh hunk of man across the bar.

and of course, these super silly lines are great for a night of giggling with your friends. or you can be like my friends & me and turn it into a drinking game:

  • 1 shot for the “talker” – the 1st person who says the line
  • if the line is successful, the “talker” gets a free drink
  • if the line fails, the “talker” chugs their drink
  • then, rotate “talkers”

if you get laid, I get credit [wink, wink].

texting from above the clouds

I’m addicted to my crackberry – I’ll be the first to admit. But lately, I’ve been craving an iPhone (4, especially). So naturally in my free time, I’m looking up accessories for it. Because that’s totally okay. And thank you Threadless for these awesome cell phone cases. If any of you guys are into Threadless t-shirts (which you all should be), then there’s no reason not to love some of these awesome phone covers.

I almost want to answer my phone

See ya lates, silicone skins and Otter Boxes.

texts from last night that are probably made up

we can’t all be that ridiculous. but if they’re real, god bless these kids’ social lives.

(815): Hne relally is a cite oerfect gome. Nes awddddddddooooome.

(573): Just had a guy dressed only in a towel ask me for a cig, hug me and kiss me then proceeded to pee of the balcony while still talking to me and callin me baby

(613): Think they will judge us if our pre drink is a kiddie pool of jello shots?

(508): in case you blackout.. this is confirmation that yes, you were sitting spread eagle on the kitchen floor chugging pickle juice out of the jar.