Archives for 2008
Lashing Out
I feel like everyone I know is pregnant. Some are having their second baby. And I don’t even have a boyfriend. This is the crap I have to deal with as a single, middle-aged woman. Lots of baby talk and…
Last Dance, Last Chance for Love
I’m a regular season ticket holder, but I have to admit, I am ballet’d out. It was a bit of overkill for me personally–nine ballets, ending with three ‘New Works Festival’ ballets comprised of ten brand new works commissioned specially…
Money Matters
I met him the week before Easter. Nothing to do with the matchmaking service. I was on my way to an underground supper club in Oakland close to the Berkeley border. We met at the door, walking in at the…
Best Date Ever
After work, I drove across the Bay Bridge toward Piedmont in Oakland. Even with a touch of traffic, I felt like I made it there in record time. I was one hour early. We were supposed to meet at 7….
He’s Gay
“Here’s your first match.” Amy, the CEO, handed me a sheet of paper. I looked up at her, surprised. “Already?” Her assistant had just finished reviewing the contract with me. “We’ve been thinking about him for you all along….