So the other day I came across this article and as my eyes traveled down the page I could feel my blood boiling. Not only does birth control add a few extra pounds (to some of us girls) and possibly cause random health problems, now people are saying that it effects the way those of us taking it “smell” potential mates. Like, BC might actually make it harder to find the right guy.

As someone who’s been taking it for 7 years, I obviously flipped out upon reading, because what the hell I’m just trying to stop my monster cramps and not have a baby!??!!

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As I entered Borders on my lunch break last week, I did the usual browsing of new paperbacks near the front of the store. While I picked up and put down a couple chicklits and NY Times Best Sellers, I laid eyes on what would soon keep me from committing some serious dating faux-pas: Why Hasn’t He Called? How Guys Really Think & How to Get the Right One Interested in You.

I thought to myself, Hm, I’ve definitely asked myself that question.

So I paused, looked to my left, and looked to my right to make sure no one saw me taking interest in this self-help book (as if the bright pink cover wouldn’t be reason enough to stare at me) and picked that bad boy up to get a closer look.

How Guys Really Think & How to Get the Right One Interested in You.

I was intrigued. Thus begun the flipping of pages and the “Oh my god, that is so right on” moments. I was enlightened by the different types of guys out there us ladies may come across while on the prowl: The Player, The Iceberg and the Non-Player.

The Player. Need I say more? This guy’s only intention is to find a way to sleep with you. During your date, which apparently is likely to take place during the week at a not-so-special location, that will be his sole motive. We don’t want this guy. Read More »