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I have taken a solemn vow to not pursue young men, and to let them pursue me for a change.
Or indeed, young women, for not to do so would be like giving up chocolate for Lent, then deciding that WagonWheels and Kitkats count as biscuits.
This is on the advice of a friend, who has taken a similar vow. Men, she feels, do not respect a girl who makes the first move, despite what they might say to the contrary. I love this friend, but I feel frustrated when she makes me look before I leap, because I then tend not to leap, and I do so love to leap. Both to make everyone else go, "Look at her, leaping!", and also because I might land on something soft.
I am finding it hard. To show restraint is against the very fabric of my being. I am naturally demonstrative and open. If I like someone, I say so. If I want to take a long walk with someone, hopefully involving foodstuffs and kisses, I will invite them.
Deciding whether this vow is in my best interest in the long run. Issues a-plenty.
Oh, and thisbeciel might be interested to know that I have seen the trailer for the BBC's new Jane Eyre adaptation, and it looks quite fun.
Or indeed, young women, for not to do so would be like giving up chocolate for Lent, then deciding that WagonWheels and Kitkats count as biscuits.
This is on the advice of a friend, who has taken a similar vow. Men, she feels, do not respect a girl who makes the first move, despite what they might say to the contrary. I love this friend, but I feel frustrated when she makes me look before I leap, because I then tend not to leap, and I do so love to leap. Both to make everyone else go, "Look at her, leaping!", and also because I might land on something soft.
I am finding it hard. To show restraint is against the very fabric of my being. I am naturally demonstrative and open. If I like someone, I say so. If I want to take a long walk with someone, hopefully involving foodstuffs and kisses, I will invite them.
Deciding whether this vow is in my best interest in the long run. Issues a-plenty.
Oh, and thisbeciel might be interested to know that I have seen the trailer for the BBC's new Jane Eyre adaptation, and it looks quite fun.