I Need A Judge’s Ruling On That

April 29, 2009 at 6:14 am | Posted in funny bone, love | 34 Comments

After my post about some of the guys I had dated before, my friend Kaply decreed that I needed a Boyfriend Review Board before ever dating again. I will sheepishly admit that this was not the first time someone close to me has made such a recommendation.

Ahem.

But listen. Those were the BAD matches and some of them only lasted a couple dates. I tried explaining this to Kaply but she was having none of it. I am pretty sure her exact words were, “Dude, two of them were homeless.” Technically, one lived in his van and the other only chose to camp illegally when he moved out of his communal living situation. For some reasons these facts did not dissuade her. In retrospect, I laugh because WHAT THE FUCK WAS I THINKING!?

And so I sent out an email to some of my wisest (and most wise-cracking) friends asking them to fill a seat on the Boyfriend Review Board. Their duty, if they chose to accept it, was to email me five screening questions that they think must be answered before a guy is cleared to date me. I’m not sure if I should refer to them as my sages or my bodyguards but I believe that if and when the time comes for me to rejoin the dating world, they will have a thing or two to say about who it is because apparently some people consider me a catch. I’m flattered. No, really I AM.

And now that I have sufficiently scared off any future boyfriends (howdy boys!), let me introduce The Board to you. In the weeks to come there will be posts with their interrogation interview questions because I can’t keep these gems to myself. They are too good.

Matt: Every Board should have a lawyer with a kinky side. Enter my friend Matt. Plus, he’d only known me a few hours and called me out on some of my shit. While unnerving, it makes him an excellent addition to the team.

RayLo: Any woman who can compare snowfall to dick size is a woman I want on my decision-making team. Not that she will be asking any suitors to whip it out. Or will she?

Bird: She’s the first person who requested such a system many years ago. Beware: she is incredibly positive by nature but wields a finely honed intuition. Bonus, she is a master at the Stare Down.

Supple: Her beauty and her tough demeanor might confuse a suitor at first but then WHAM! she let’s a big fart rip and starts telling off-color jokes. She is one tough cookie with the sense of humor of a 12 year old boy and a mouth like a sailor. Watch out boys!

Tomato: It only seems fitting that my first boyfriend be amongst the judges. And trust me when I tell you that his bullshit detector is very precise. He also has a direct line to my mother which could work for or against any potential suitors.

Jenny Two Times: Her blunt questions could make the bravest man quiver in fear. Plus, her gaydar will come in handy for weeding out closet cases. She is unrelenting in her inquisitiveness.

Mikey: His sarcasm surpasses all others. Can a guy match him? Can he catch obscure references? Is he too naive to deal? We shall see.

Kaply: Like a ninja she can swiftly cut to the quick, disarming even the most alert of predators suitors. She does not mind being contentious and frankly is the most comfortable being not nice out of all of my friends so fuck yeah I need her! Plus, she’s funny. If a guy can’t keep up with her wit, he’s toast.

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We’ll kick off this series with Matt’s questions.

(Public Service Announcement: It is in your best interest to refrain from drinking any liquids while reading this as studies show that nine times out of ten you are likely to spit it out all over your white blouse/keyboard/cat in a fit of laughter.)

1. Are you making a suit out of human flesh?

2. Have you ever been the subject of a restraining order? If not, why not?

3. Does medication work better if you snort it?

4. Are you now, or have you ever been a member of any of the following groups: a)NAMBLA, b) The Republican Party, c) The 700 Club, or d) The Earth Liberation Front?

5. Is Jesus Christ your PERSONAL savior?

A “yes” on any of these should cause you to run immediately in the opposite direction. Additionally, I would categorically exclude any of the following:

Bisexual Guys. You are the only person in the bed who should be thinking about other guys during sex. Call me old fashioned but I’m holding the line here.
Theology Majors and Evangelicals. Saying ‘Oh God’ should not actually be a prayer. Or a call for help, for that matter.
Guys in girls pants. You should never need a shoe horn and lubricant to get a guy undressed.
Hippies. Just ’cause they smell bad and you can’t trust them. I know this seems obvious but it needs to be said. I say it during just about everything.
Any guy who pops his collar.

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Awesome! That is hilarious. Looking forward to more posts on this & their questions.

Comment by remember moments— April 29, 2009 #
I guess I’m ahead of the game in that I had to look it up to even find out what the ELF is!

Comment by Joseph J. Finn— April 29, 2009 #
I think these are EXCELLENT questions, but I like that extraneous list at the end even better.

Comment by Jess— April 29, 2009 #
That reminds me, when I was in Santa Fe, I swear I saw the North American Mexican Broadcasters League of America.

/pops collar as I go to next blog

Comment by whall— April 29, 2009 #
Now we need a post on the answers a guy has given you to these questions.

Looking forward to reading the next set!

Comment by Marie— April 29, 2009 #
I love the way that The Republican Party is grouped in with NAMBLA! Dude, too funny.

You may be onto something here…when I start dating again, I should totally do this too!

Comment by Hilly— April 29, 2009 #
OMG. I’m glad you warned me about the whole drinking while reading thing! Too funny.

Comment by sue— April 29, 2009 #
Is your Review Board available for part time hire? My last boyfriend had an 8th grade education and a prison record, and was still sharing an apartment with his previous girlfriend when I met him because he couldn’t get approved for a lease on his own. I claim temporary insanity.

Comment by Karen— April 29, 2009 #
Oh, this series is going to be GOOD.

Comment by Angella— April 29, 2009 #
EXCELLENT.

Comment by heels— April 29, 2009 #
Your future dating is going to be a lot of fun! I agree with the hippies- fun to know, not fun to date.

Comment by justrun— April 29, 2009 #
This is hilarious. I am definitely on your reading wagon.

Comment by EV at Virginia Southern Belle— April 29, 2009 #
I love this.

Comment by hillary— April 29, 2009 #
Dude.

Comment by Tracy Lynn— April 29, 2009 #
Just snorted Diet Coke out my nose. OK, not really since I don’t drink DC anymore, but you get the picture.

Ironically enough, I have a friend who is going through some serious issues with her boyfriend of a year. In speaking with her therapist about the fears of moving beyond this relationship, her therapist suggested she approach is like a new business. She needs her Board of Directors and Senior Management committee to help recruit and screen applicants. I kid you not. Looks like you’re well on your way!

Comment by SoMi's Nilsa— April 29, 2009 #
Sizzle, this is the best idea you’ve had in at least three or four days. Just keep Kaply away from the spoons during the interview process and things should work out well.

BTW, there’s nothing wrong with bi guys, but your bed really is only so big… :)

Comment by Chris— April 29, 2009 #
I completely agree with his assessment on guys who pop their collars. That’s just a huge red flag signaling a douchebag.

Comment by Shaw Girl— April 29, 2009 #
Can’t wait to see 1. the remainder of the questions, and 2. an actual candidate answers :) Funny stuff.

Comment by G-man— April 29, 2009 #
Freaking beautiful!

Comment by Ashleigh— April 29, 2009 #
How the heck did I miss this review board? This would have been right up my alley. Maybe I can be a fly on the wall instead? I’m local and can help screen some of the guys from afar. I love your homeless justifications. At least we can look back and laugh.

Comment by egan— April 29, 2009 #
I think this is great. Every single woman should have a Board, just to clear out the obvious (to others) junk from the potential suitors.

Comment by Woman with Kids— April 29, 2009 #
Even though I live on the other coast, am way too old for you & already have a relationship, I thought I’d Answer your questions, in the interest of both over-sharing & having a good laugh. They are, in order:

1- No, just shoes (& a belt)

2- No, because Love means never having to say that you’re in Violation of a restraining order A judge in Conn. carefully explained that to me.

3- Some does, Some Doesn’t.

4- No., No, Hell No., & I would have but they rejected my application.

5- No., but I promised he would be if he helped me win the Mega- Millions Jackpot (currently $220 Million)

I hope this clears any issues up that well, I don’t know-

Comment by yknot— April 29, 2009 #
This kicks ass. Good thinking! Years ago some friends suggested I create an application to hand out to hot guys on the street in case they’re interested in applying to become my boyfriend. Every once in a while over the years I’ll hear a question someone asks and think, “That’ll go on the application.”

Comment by Long Story Longer— April 29, 2009 #
“Are you making a suit out of human flesh?” might be the best pre-date question of all time.

Comment by Kerri Anne— April 29, 2009 #
This is my favorite post ever! I did laugh out loud and my favorite question was #1. You have a great board.

Comment by Annie— April 29, 2009 #
Haaaaaaaaaaa!

Comment by Laurie | Your Ill-fitting Overcoat— April 29, 2009 #
Hehe fun :)

I have to disagree with one point: get a bisexual in your bed! They’re so much fun ;) Agreed on the men-in-women’s-pants though: who the hell told guys that was hot? It’s not!!!

Comment by Ys— April 30, 2009 #
Dude, loved this! Made me laugh out loud also.

Comment by Jen— April 30, 2009 #
This is gonna be fun!!

Sadly since I’m such a sucker for stray dogs (no job? no money? no car? criminal record??! bring it on!) I’ve narrowed my selection process down to the response of one question: “If there is only enough whipped cream in the can for one person do you put it on me or you?”

No wonder I’m still single. ;o)

Comment by Michelle— April 30, 2009 #
This is too funny! But you forgot one–Do you live with your mother?

If men should start falling from the sky and I actually get a date, may I use these questions?

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