In this week's column, clients ask dating questions ranging from texting to cynicism to closure. Let's take a peek:
Q: (He) rescheduled our meet for next Saturday, which is no problem, except that all he does is email/text. I used a variation of your line from the "Don't let texting ruin your dating life" article: "Sorry for the delays _ I'm not a huge texter." My question, however, is this: Why would a guy want to spend weeks texting instead of meeting? I'm losing interest and beginning to find his witticisms annoying (before they were cute).
_ Shannon, 36, Charlotte, N.C.
A: You know how I feel about over-communicating before a date! I'm glad you used my line ... too bad it's not helping! I agree _ it makes no sense why someone would want to text on end before meeting. What was his reason for rescheduling? Every time you answer, though, it reinforces his desire to text/email you. Do you feel comfortable nicely saying, "Hey! I'm definitely more into getting to know all about a person in person. Save the good stuff for then!" Or, something non-rude that shows you want to meet him but not chit-chat so much before you do. These men (and people in general) shoot themselves in the foot sometimes.
