SHOULD I TEXT HIM FIRST?
I met this guy at a football game and we exchanged phone numbers. The only problem is he told me he would text me first, but he never did. Should I text him first, and if so, what should I say?
Dear Should I Text Him First?,
If this took place weeks ago, let it go. If this was last week and you’re feeling bold, try, “Hey ___, that game was great, wasn’t it? Happy Halloween!” And see what happens. Maybe nothing. Or maybe he’ll text back and you two will end up checking out a haunted house together. If Halloween has already passed or is too far in the future, just write, “Hey, how’s it going?” or something else light and casual. He’ll probably get that the subtext is: Thinking of you.
PERIOD PROBLEM
My best friend keeps talking about when we are going to get our periods. She’s pretty excited, but I’m dreading the whole thing. Also, if one of us starts first, will that be awkward?
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