Since the dawn of time, both humans have struggled to understand their opposite-sex counterparts. Even after millions of years of evolution, no one can fully understand the nature that makes each person the way they are. Being a man, I must admit that women are indeed a complicated species of their own. Although I have been taught this since I was too young to understand, this past year, I have truly learned the meaning of how chaotic the female mind works. Not only do they tend to think irrationally, and melodramatically, but their actions are also completely unjustified and unexplainable. This year, after having my first serious girlfriend, I can honestly say that it has impacted my life in quite a profound way. I finally understand why people always say that having a relationship, as a teenager is not worth it. Nonetheless, I don't regret going through the experience because having a serious relationship has not only taught me more about myself and being an individual, but has also made me stronger in coping with my problems.
First of all, I must admit that before meeting my "ex" I was a pretty shallow guy. Looks were always enough for me, and I never really gave much thought to a girl's personality. I always had fun doing whatever it was that I did, but I always had this empty feeling inside. I never quite knew what it was or how to fill it, so I usually just blocked it out. This was, at least, until I met her. At first we were the best of friends, and I always thought she was the most amazing girl I had ever met. She wasn't exactly the most gorgeous girl I had ever met, but what did it matter? We were just friends right? The time went by, and we kept on getting closer and closer. I thought about her daily, nightly, and even in my dreams. She was the only girl I had ever said, "I love you" to, and actually meant it. But what is love anyways? You say it to your mom, your dad, your siblings, and people you care about, so I figured that my feelings for her were just like family.
