Food Guy and I went out for a chai latte today to talk about my (pathetic) personal life. I told him about all the annoying things the last guy I dated did, and he agreed that those are all the things he does on a regular basis. Phew, at least Food Guy is normal! So, I went on to pump him for information.

"Do guys like it when they think that other guys are interested?"

"No, that works more with girls. Guys don't really care what other guys think."

Ok, cross Try To Seem Popular off the list.

"Sometimes, I like it when I'm the only one who thinks a girl is hot," he went on.

Wow, Food Guy is giving great insight!

"What about when a guy calls and says, 'Just wanted to see what you're up to?' but doesn't make any plans," I asked.

"He's just hedging his bets."

Damn...that's what I thought!

I came away from our Chai Latte Talk realizing that in 36 years, I haven't gained much insight into the opposite sex. In fact, I think I'm going in the opposite direction. Too much therapy is making me lose my game. Note to self: have more Guy Talks with Food Guy.

Just for today, I can try to understand men.