10 Signs That I Like You

I was reading my usual female and male authored blogs whilst researching how to tell if someone has taken an interest in you. This is usually during the dating stage where you don't want to come across too keen but at the same time you don't want to look like you're not interested either. I found myself thinking that I didn't do any of the signs that they were suggesting. Things like playing with your hair, giggling a lot (maybe I do that one) and a thing called the "boob bounce" what? So I thought to myself "what do I do when I'm dating a guy and I like them?" I realised that my signs and gestures solidified that I really am wonderfully weird.

1. I make an effort when I'm seeing you
Anyone and everyone that knows me knows that my make up is reserved for special occasions only. This also applies to keeping my legs silky smooth. I know I'm not the only one out here who sports hairy legs when its winter and there aren't any love interests! Stop it! So if you are dating me and notice that I got that flawless face on, Johnson & Johnson's baby-smooth-skin-looking-like-butter-milk every time I see you; I like you because normally, shoot, ain't nobody got time for that!

2. I make fun of you
Some people give compliments, others do the thigh/arm stroke but me? No, no, no, I tease you. I know it's childish but I can't help it. If I like you, I am going to make fun of you. It's my way of finding out if you take yourself seriously or if you're able to laugh at yourself. If you never reciprocate however it's probably not going to work because it won't be you, it's me. I like banter but I hate the word. Eurgh!

3. I make time for you
Did a SWOT analysis on myself and came to realise that one of my weaknesses is that I'm lazy. I like being in my comfort zone. I like being at home. I enjoy my own company doing nada! If I am giving up catching up on my TV shows by choosing to go out and spending time with you, get in there son! Therefore if you ask me out on a date and I agree to go out with you on more than one occasion, I might actually like you because unlike other girls who go out with guys because they're bored or for a free meal, I go home to have a good time. I love my sofa and there's no place like home!

4. I speak to you on the phone
Nowadays people don't really talk on the phone which is why I am always wondering why I pay so much for my unlimited minutes when I don't even talk to anyone. I get startled when people call me, worried even because I'm so used to texting. I normally talk on the phone when I'm on my way home and in need of company because I won't be in the mood to listen to music. If you call me while I'm at home and I have a conversation with you that lasts longer than 10 minutes or don't ignore your call because I cant be bothered to talk, well you just hit the jackpot.

5. I blog about you
Ok, this is going to make sound like a stalker isn't it? Let me explain. When you like someone you can't stop talking about them right? So, in order to save my girlfriends the ear ache I would rather write about them. What do you think "Men Ain't That Bad" was about?

6. I google the things you like
When I'm dating someone I will research the stuff you like so I can get to know what you like better.

7. I share my food with you
If you're a foodie you'll understand. You know when you go out and someone asks what you're having. Then they say they'll get the other thing so you can both share... *blank stare* I don't do that. I would rather buy you the same thing so you can have your portion of the food before I share my food with you. If you want to share my food then let me know before I order so that I can order a large or two portions because you'll be cutting into my portion. So if you find that I am sharing my food with you, even offering a taste I must like you because that doesn't happen. No. Get your own.

8. I lose my appetite around you
Them damn butterflies just don't know when to behave do they? Now, I'm sitting there looking like a damn salad girl because I just lost my appetite. I'm looking at my food and thinking I want to eat you so bad but I can't. The food literally won't go down. Not only do I look like one of those girls who don't eat on dates, I'm wasting food and money. *sigh*

9. Ego stroke
So, you say you like burping the alphabet. I'm going to ask you to burp the alphabet for me and when you're finished tell you that you are so good and we should get you in the book of Guinness World Records because you're so good at that and I have never heard anything that sounds so amazing. It's not just women that like compliments, I've been paying attention, see.

10. It ain't tricking if you got it
I have tried to change this about me and think like how other women think but I can't. Take me as I am. I believe in equality. I do not go around screaming men should pay for dates, I want to be wooed by being taken to the Shard yada yada yada and then turn around and say we want equality! You're a hypocrite. I do not place different rules for when it suits me therefore if I like a guy I will ask him out on a date (not the first date though, I don't like rejection) but after the first date and I can see that we are getting on well; the calls and texts are coming, I'm still losing my appetite around you and I just finished blogging about you I'm going to ask you out. What's the big freaking deal?! You're gonna have to start spending on him at some point anyway!

Today Choose To Be Happy

Change comes from within. You cannot twist someone’s arm and force them to change even if it is for their benefit.

Change only comes when we feel we have hit rock bottom, a solid wall or dug ourselves in a hole so deep we no longer know how to get out.

Change only comes when one wants to be better not when you want them to.

No one ever said life was fair. No one has even tried to make it seem like it was easy.

Life is the way it is because we cannot control people’s actions.

We are not responsible for what they do; we are only responsible for how we react to that.

People are selfish and will always do what’s good for them; you in turn need to do what’s good for you when dealt a new card

Scolding, shouting, anger and bitterness cannot undo what’s been done; it is merely an outlet for how you feel

Watch your words; once they are spoken they cannot be taken back

Pain is inevitable but suffering is optional

People will hurt you, that’s a given but you have to be the phoenix and rise above it.

You are only responsible for what YOU do.

So in every action, every decision, every emotion, every word you utter you are in control and responsible for that

You are responsible for your own happiness, your own sorrow or misery.

So when it feels like you can’t go on and it feels like the world is against you; look in the mirror, smile and make a decision to be happy.

You know why?

Because no situation lasts forever.

And most importantly you’re worth it.

Single Woman's Wishlist

“Let me tell you why I love him; cos he is the truth. He is so real; and I love the way he makes me feel…”

I am going to unleash my wishful thinking on you today. My list. THE list as my friends call it when we all know that when you meet that man, that dude that makes your palms sweaty, pupils dilate and something twitch between your legs the list goes out the window. In the meantime until he comes my way I am going to dream about this perfect man; this specimen that God took His time to shape and mould.

I’m going to call this list: SINGLE WOMAN'S WISH LIST 

1. Honesty
Once you been lied to, girl you can’t date another liar. For me honesty comes very easily because I like to think that I have a reason for my actions therefore I am able to explain myself. How you receive that, well that’s up to you but I am honest-ish. So I would like a man who is the same. Of course people lie, but I am talking about the lies that make you sit there, cross your arms and just think,

 “Ah! But why would you like about that?” 

The truth will set you free so future husband if you are reading this, this is a make or break!

2. Not into fashion
This might sound silly to most but have you seen the men’s fashion lately? I am not walking down the street with a Kanye West wanna-be dude in a skirt or dress. I don’t care what you metrosexuals call them but they are dresses. I like my men rough and rugged. Don’t be wearing a skirt around me. Also, if I have a fashion conscious man there is no way he will be able to walk with me because I am most comfortable when I am wearing jeans and trainers and they don’t have to be Jordan’s! Imagine getting ready to go out and your man tells you what you’re wearing is last season. Well, my nig- how do you what last season’s collection looks like? Uh-uh. Not around here!

Call it whatever you like; that's a skirt

3. Good heart/Kind
Is there anything sexier than a kind man? One who will give his coffee to the homeless guy sitting outside Costa or maybe even give away his take away because he knows he can buy another meal. This is one of my weaknesses, a kind act goes a long way. If someone is willing to go out of their way for someone who will do nothing for them; imagine what they will do for you?


4. Optimist/Supportive
Debby downers need not apply! I am cynical as it is so being with someone like me is a plane crash waiting to happen. Of course there are times where its hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel but if neither of you are optimistic then that tunnel will be dark as hell. As much as I am a cynic I try to always be optimistic. I want to see the good in people, things and situations. A pessimist will just be a constant shadow over my dreams and hopes. Bye Felicia!


5. Be taller than me
Is this a want or need? The jury is still out. I love wearing trainers, pumps, boots; any sort of flat comfortable shoe i can stick my foot in but every now and then a girl wants to feel pretty and exercise her calf muscles in 4 inch heels without looking down at her man! I want to wear heels so high but still look up at my boo. There is a sense of comfort and protection when a man is towering over you. If a bullet was going to be shot toward you it would hit him first because you’ll be all the way down there. Awwww!


6. Ambitious
I like dreamers. I like believers even more. I like doers best! A dream is a wish without putting any work in and there is nothing more annoying than a guy who has bigger dreams than I do (trust me, mine are big!) and when you ask him what he’s doing to make those dreams come true he comes out with a string of excuses. You sit on your desk every Monday through to Friday for 35 hours and all you do is dream your life away. You haven’t done the necessary research, you don’t even know how to start and are not making any movements to finding out; you are just wishing upon a star. Being rich is an ambition most people have and there is enough money to go round, what are you doing to get a piece of that pie?


7. Intelligent
A friend once called me a sapiosexual because nothing gets my panties wet quicker than an intelligent man. A man who has presence, who knows what he’s talking about but is not a show off or thinks is above anyone. He is humble but stands his ground. Sign me up! This might be because I have very low tolerance level for stupidity and bad grammar (yes, I’m a grammar Nazi!) I understand that common sense is not common and I will be the first to admit that I have some blonde moments but man who is more intelligent than I am and challenges me is the sexiest thing since a man with sleeve tattoos and a beard!


8. Funny
Let me clarify that when I say I want someone that is funny I am not expecting Kevin Hart or Chris Rock. I need someone with a sense of humour. Life is too short, laugh dammit! I need someone who will mirror my silly humour, who is not afraid to laugh at themselves; (I am starting to feel like I am filling out an online dating profile) I am going to make fun of you, that’s a fact therefore I need the reassurance that you’re not going to catch feelings and that you can give as much as you can get. When all is said and done and your pee-pee can’t stand up anymore without a blue pill we still need to have laughter between us.


9. Not have kids
This has now become borderline. I actually woke up one morning and didn’t mind baby daddies. It’s the strangest thing! The reason why this made the list is because everyone that knows me knows I’m not the most child friendly person. I will love your child from a distance. There have been a few kids that have been forced on me; my brother, friends’ kids, cousins, I did not have a choice in the matter. If I am going to be with someone who has a child (preferably one not a nursery!) he has to be pretty damn special and amazing I tell ya. My beliefs when it comes to step-parenting are that if I am going to be with a man who has a child I have to love his child like my own and since I am not sure that I am capable of that I would rather not get myself in that situation to begin with. Besides, baby mama drama; I’m not about that life.


10. Attractive
Attraction doesn’t mean that he is going to be on the cover of Men’s Health although looking like that sincerely helps. I want a man that is attractive to me. I do not care if he looks like Mike Tyson or Seal as long as I see Idris Elba when I look at him that’s all that matters. The world does not need to find him attractive, I just need to look at him and feel like jumping his bones because without sexual attraction you can’t get the kitty wet. Without the kitty being wet… well maybe you can make me laugh and then we can forget about knocking boots!


Extras

• Share the same religious views
• Good credit and be good with money
• Doesn't need validation from socia media (who cares how many followers or likes you get? I mean, really!)
• Have tattoos
• Have a driver's licence
• Have a body like a Greek god
• Likes eating out *wink wink* (is this an extra or an essential requirement?)