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elcome to our Single Looking for Love column that blends controversial topics with question and answers for your entertainment purposes. The goal of this column is to address questions that you may have regarding relationships or just enjoy reading what the locals have to say about their pressures in the new single scene. We decided to write this column in dedication to all the people who are struggling finding a mate in the age of “friends with benefits”, “booty call” and “buddy.” Never has there been a time when defining a relationship has to be classified into many categories. In the past, you never had to ask, “Are we dating?” There was a time that you could have euphoria about your relationship. Now, you have to define the relationship and make sure that both of you are actually on the same page. The rules of the game have now changed. So we ask you… What is it like to be single in 2011? What is it to be single in 2011? In our many conversations over the years about relationships, one always stands out. Have the relationships of the past changed to what they are today. Was dating easier 20 years ago? We thought we would hit the streets and hear what you had to say. Trudy - Absolutely! As a 45yr old woman I have noticed a marked lack of respect from men towards women - they don’t respect your values and seem to only want a short-term ‘relationship’ if you know what I mean. They generally don’t care about responsibility anymore either. Dana – Men use to court you, now they just want a “quick fix”. Kertina – Yes, they have changed. Everything is instant, fast paced. No patience in developing friendships into love interest. Straight from “Hello” to sex. Devon - Yes, women have too much mouth. They won’t listen which causes us guys to shut down. They need to give their mate a chance to be heard. Close The Lips!! Paul - Yes, women want too many things. I’m just a working man trying to make it in this hard economic time. I want a woman who is not so much into material things and more into liking me for me.
Upcoming Topics Include – What do you think are the main relationship roadblocks? Could cohabitation lead to a good healthy marriage? If you would like to send us your comments or for story ideas and questions, please email: Crystal Hart at hartc1228@sbcglobal.net or Monica Hickson at monica_alexis@yahoo.com. Visit Crystal Hart at www.singlelookingforlove.com. Until next time…
Monica Hickson is a freelance writer who also doubles as an IT instructor at the University of Michigan and an adjunct professor for other colleges. She has been divorced for almost 3 years and has been adjusting to the” single-hood”. She graduated from Wayne State and Central Michigan University. She is currently working on her first book.
Crystal Hart is an avid photographer and enjoys sketching in her spare time. She is an entrepreneur who is single. She has created a relationship blog displaying her journey. She graduated from Michigan State University. She is currently working on an Internet Marketing company.
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