The Social Experiment Begins, Pt. 2: A Little Clarification

Today is the day the experiment officially starts.  Before I begin contacting the future participants, however, I have decided that a bit of clarification is needed regarding a few aspects of the experiment and it's limitations.

First of all, it should definitely be noted that this experiment is in no way a "quest for a husband" or any other sort of lame, romantic comedy-type scenario.  Seriously guys, that stuff doesn't happen in real life.   This experiment is inspired in great part to an article I read on Jezebel recently titled "Surprise! You're 30!" (http://jezebel.com/5806042/surprise-youre-30).  In the advice the author gives to her 20-something readers, she lists a few points regarding the nature of their dating life; most notably "Speaking of 'types', get over having one.  Your type is human.  Date them."  Upon reading this, I realized that although I only have roughly 7.5 months left in my 20s, I spent most of that decade NOT doing exactly as the author suggested (for reasons that need not be discussed at this time).  While I was initially depressed by this fact, I ultimately decided to alter my perspective and take action instead.

Which brings me to my next point:  experiment limitations.   Although there is a part of me that is excited about entering my 30s (I've heard great things), I also feel that to deprive myself of the phenomenon of serial dating would be doing my future self a disservice.  So, I'm making the most of the 7.5 months left of my 20s and making up for lost time.  At that point, I'll decide whether or not to continue with the study and extend the deadline.  The last limitation that has been brought to my attention over the past couple of days--by a friend we'll call Dr. Mario--includes the possibility of dating friends.  The limitation:  there will be no dating of friends.  While I'm willing to put myself into completely awkward situations with total strangers, I refuse to do so with my current circle of friends.  The End.

I must say I have been pleasantly surprised by the amount of positive feedback on this plan.  I'm excited to get started and see what stories come out of this experiment.  Have a great 4th of July, everyone!!