Sorry for my temporary silence while I enjoyed Memorial Day with my family...I hope you enjoyed a day of of work, as well!
Recently, a friend shared something with me, and I found it very helpful. I was telling her about my latest “plight” (yes, you know, it’s Andrea here…37-crushes-at-once Andrea). Anyway, I was telling her, “There’s this guy…” and “Well, we spend a lot of time together but it’s hard to tell what he’s thinking…” and "I was just sure that he liked when he said..." etc, etc. You know the conversation. She said, “Maybe he’s just trying you on.” When she said it, I thought, "Ouch!" But the longer I thought, the more feasible it sounded.
Just like you or I might “try on” a scarf or a pair of shoes, a guy might try us on, too. "Is this girl a good match for me? Does she compliment me?" These are important questions that guys need answers to. “Liking” someone, and then doing something about it, is a big deal, especially when the concept of the rest-of-your-life-together is involved; hence why he might “try you on” first.
Looking back, I realize that I’ve been tried on more than once. You know, all the time you spend with this certain, special guy...you gravitate toward each other in group settings, you find yourself texting about...anything. You’re just sure that something is going to happen, and then when it doesn’t, you’re disappointed.
Don’t be disappointed! God’s timing is perfect…and no doubt you’ve learned a thing or two about yourself in the process. I know I did. I learned that I’m a little too flirty and whimsical…even fickle. I also tend to over-analyze everything. “What is he thinking now?” and “What did he mean when he said…?” These questions can keep you guessing for days, weeks, even months!
In the mean-time, keep your eyes on God, and don’t be disheartened. When it’s time, God will send the right man along to pick you up (not just try you on).
Going green!
-Andrea
P.S. I'm so excited to see many of you at Celebration Midwest!!!!!
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