HONESTY IS THE BEST POLICY

I think every boy should use this blog as a reference of exactly what NOT to do when you're dating a girl.
My boyfriend, who lives in Tallahassee and goes to FSU, is going with his fraternity to Mardi Gras in New Orleans this weekend. Of course it "slipped" his mind to tell me, and I found out by over hearing him telling his friend of his big plans for the weekend. So right off the bat I was so heated and basically told him not to speak to me that whole weekend because if he's going to do activities that single guys do, then he might as well be single! And then while I was lurking his facebook page, I came accross a comment from one of his closest girl-friends saying how excited she was that her, her boyfriend, and her best friend were all sharing a hotel room. Her best friend happens to also be a girl, so without question, I freaked out. It didn't even take a minute before I was blowing up his phone having a heart attack about the whole hotel situation. Why would a boy with a girlfriend spend the night in a hotel with another couple and a girl (who by the way, is not unattractive). Upon confronting him, he told me that I was crazy and didn't know what I was talking about and she's just a friend blah blah. Although he can't drink alcohol due to his failing liver, I'm not a dumb girl and I certainly won't get played like one. I REFUSE to trust him and believe that it's all an innocent situation. So as of right now, I'm not speaking to him and I'm FURIOUS!!!

College!

Since I was little, I've always wanted to attend the University of Florida for several reasons. My parents went there and I was born and raised to be a die-hard Florida Gator fan. Once I got to high school and had a serious reality check, I realized that UF was way out of my league. In today's economy, all of the budget cuts don't allow as many kids to get into a university and more and more kids are attending community college.

After visiting a few different campuses such as University of Central Florida, Florida Gulf Coast University, University of Florida, and Florida State, my choice was so clear to me. A school that I once despised as a rival of my home team, would soon be the school I'd attend. When I saw FSU, I fell in love right then and there. But of course, I could never get into FSU but I'm fortunate enough to have parents who believe in me enough and are willing to let me attend Tallahassee Community College for two years and then transfer to FSU. So starting in the fall, I'll have my own apartment in the heart of Tallahassee, seven hours away from the city I've always lived in.

I'll actually only be 17 by the time I move away, and a lot of my friends are so terrified when they think about how things are going to be without mommy and daddy there, but not I. I have never been reliant on my parents unless its for money, which I also partly earn myself. Other than that, I know how to cook, clean, and do laundry. Living seven hours away from my parents actually doesn't scare me at all.

When you visit "Tally", you'll soon realize that there's a lot of partying that goes on there, certainly more than any other school. But my parents have always given me all the freedom in the world, so by now I totally know how to control myself and keep a steady balance between work and play. Plus, I'm so eager to get accepted to FSU that I have a goal to work for.

Facebook: The tell-all source

Let me just start off by admitting to you, straight up; I am a Facebook addict. There's no other way to put it, and definitely no point in hiding it. If you are my facebook friend, I'm sure you know a lot more about me than someone who isn't. I know a lot of adults don't really understand the whole Facebook thing or why you would want everyone to know your business. My dad actually has one, and won't even accept my friend request because he doesn't want me to know his business, ironic huh. I don't think I would keep in touch with anyone anymore if it weren't for that website. You can stay updated on everyone and see their new pictures and what they've been up to. Not only does it keep you updated on your friends, but I know that I use mine to keep a close eye on my boyfriend, who lives seven hours away unfortunately.
On top of "lurking" people, Facebook can certainly cause a whole lot of drama. I can't even count how many times it's gotten me into a fight with someone just for writing on someones wall, or commenting someones picture, or even updating my status. It's actually insane how obsessed with this stupid website people get. But I'm not one to talk, I even have it as an application on my phone.
I believe Facebook to be a million times better than MySpace because Facebook is basically high school and college kids and you have more options on privacy and what people can and can't see. I don't get as many creepy old guys friend requesting me. All of my FB friends are people I actually know, I find it a LOT safer than MySpace.

Valentine's Day

Not going to lie, Valentine's Day happens to be my favorite holiday. Possibly because my birthday follows three days after. Not sure why, but I find it really interesting to see who does what on this day. I know a lot of people (teenage girls especially) stress so bad about having a valentine. I know that it's bothered me in previous years, but my V-Day last year was so perfect, I honestly don't expect it to be topped. Although I do have the same boy as my valentine again this year, he lives up in Tallahassee and we won't get to spend this year together, which sucks.
For all of the guys who don't stress about making Valentine's Day special for their girl, you probably should. To most girls, it says a lot about how much you care, and I know how stupid it seems because some people don't even consider it a real holiday, but to a girl it matters. All you need to do is just listen to her, I'm sure she'll drop a few hints maybe about her favorite flower or her favorite candy, it doesn't even have to be an expensive idea. I like when it's well thought out, it's awesome when you can tell that he put his all in to making it a special day.
If you're like me, and plan to spend Valentine's Day valentine-less, don't sweat it. It's really not a big deal, because spending the holiday with just anyone isn't as fun as spending it with someone you really care about. I, personally, like spending it with my best friends, because I know that I'll always love them.