I Could’ve Had a Date Last Night

But I didn't. The conversation stopped just shy of going for the ask. Unlike many times in my past, the predominant reason was not fear. It was there, but it was a little leprechaun instead of a giant. My reasons were just reasons: "I've had a long day and I'm tired." "I need to get … Continue reading I Could’ve Had a Date Last Night →

Vulnerability

Got to give credit where credit is due. Not long ago, I met a guy at a church event, and we started talking about writing and blogging, and that's how I landed on his page "Authentic Christian Men" on Facebook. The bulk of this writing originated as commentary that I offered on one of his … Continue reading Vulnerability →

Holy Crumbs

Since early in my Christian walk, the ceremony involving little pieces of bread and micro-shots of grape juice never made sense to me. I’m speaking about communion. Yes, Jesus did say, “do this in remembrance of me,” but when He said that, the ceremony I’m familiar with didn’t exist yet. Different theological streams each do … Continue reading Holy Crumbs →

Five Rules for Social Interaction

I collected my thoughts about optimizing social interaction. Though these thoughts are weighted with the intent to attract a mate, they are generally applicable in other contexts as well. Start Talking - Talk more not less. Unless you’re somebody who can’t shut up, in which case your problem is not starting a conversation, but not … Continue reading Five Rules for Social Interaction →