PlanJam!From your screen to the scene

Life is not as complicated as we think. Essentially, life can be described as a long series of yes' and no's. Happiness? Yes. Holiday Pounds? No thank you. A raise? Yes, please. A date with Carrot Top? Um…let me think about it, no.

However, in between the yes', nope's and Heck ya's, there is a gray zone; a particularly uncomfortable area that I like to call the Maybe Zone. Maybe's, I'm not sure's and I don't know's reside in this wasteland. Here, dwell lost causes, unresolved issues and generally the unknown. Among the lost causes, you may encounter our opinion of Britney Spears, the justification of the war in the Middle East and, my least favorite, Friends with Benefits, or what I like to call FwiBs.

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We have all been there before! Six margaritas, three very adamant "I'm not drunk's!!!" and one phone number of a chemical engineer with braces later, there we are, scrolling through potential victims to drunk dial. We all have them; the two or three people that always pop-up into our psyche every time we somehow have a little too much too drink. The only inhibition we possess however, is not if we should actually call them, but who we really should call first! This is where our friends step in, de-claw the cell phone away from our grips and remind us that we are drunk and that it's a bad idea. But is it really a bad idea?

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How often do we discuss with our friends the type of person we’re looking for when it comes to being attracted to the opposite sex? Whether male or female, we quickly go through our mental check-list; their nationality, height, weight, type of career, bank account, physical attributes and what kind of car they drive–going on and on, blah, blah, blah.

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In a world full of flowers, first kisses, butterfly stomachs and candlelight dinners, we tend to see the world through relationship-colored glasses. We revel in the company of a special someone, we bask in the afterglow of an afternoon delight and we can't imagine our lives without a ‘plus one' in it.

Romance is in the air and the idea of being single is as dreadful as starting a very-much needed diet during the Holidays; you miss out on all the fun!

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So, he or she has finally called! The endless hours monitoring the phone, the handful of calls to the phone company to make sure that the network connection has not been interrupted by some random freak accident, and the minor burn from the super glue on your hand to make sure you didn't miss 'the call' seems to have all paid off! You got the call, you did the little hallelujah dance and then continued to modestly answer the phone with a nonchalant 'Hello?' Now what?

Well, for those lucky ones who chat until the wee hours of the morning and got to ask the famous high-school talk-fest question "are you asleep?" – Congrats! For the others, the confused, the perplexed individuals – Listen up.

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Many people today are ending relationships, getting divorced, and finding themselves suddenly back in the dating scene. For some, it’s a little frightening to consider dating again. Whether you just broke up with your first love, or your marriage of thirty years has ended in divorce, here are some quick tips to ensure that your transition into the dating scene is a smooth one.

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Older women offer many benefits for younger men. They are usually self sufficient, have realized their career goals, and have a solid understanding of who they are and what they want in life. Many men are attracted to older woman because they find them more mature, self-confident, and don't require as much commitment in a relationship than their younger peers. For men who aren't looking for a wife or interested in starting a family, older women offer fun, companionship, and the assurance that they are through with their child rearing years. Financial stability also makes older woman more appealing to many men. Younger women may be unsure of what they want in life, and haven't reached their goals. For many younger men, they would rather forgo the pressure and have the stability of an older woman. However, though many men would love to date older women, they are often unsure as where to find them.

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When it comes to dating, everyone wants to be practiced at the art of flirting. Flirting is a great way to break the ice and ensure that you meet the person that you are interested in. Whether you are male or female, are new to the dating scene, or are a dating pro, learning how to be a great flirt can help you overcome many obstacles. Flirting can also help ensure that when you are interested in someone, you have an open door for communication.

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Have you ever wondered where you should go to find a date? Did you ever wish that there were a place where you could just go in and come out with Mr. or Mrs. Right? Typically, when one thinks of a place to find a date, a bar or club comes to mind. However, many people discover that this gets old quick. In fact, if you are looking for a long lasting serious relationship, the bar may not be the best place to find your significant other. Here are some tips for finding the best place to meet that special someone that you are looking for.

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It's a Saturday night, you've done your errands, cleaned your apartment, worked out, cooked dinner, and now it's 8pm. You call your group of friends – the first is on her way out with her boyfriend of three years, the second is heading out to meet a girl on the other side of town for drinks, and the last is already scoping out girls for the night. This is one of those times where being single isn't so fun. However, not being tied down to someone and being able to come and go as you choose can be a positive thing.

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