Ode to summer loves

Classes have just let out, summer vacation is here. You think to yourself that you are going to rock this summer. It is going to be a blast, you've got all the plans, the box of otter pops, the new suit...you're ready. The only thing you need to pull the whole thing off is a short term significant other. You quickly scout those who are around and hastily make your move. You know we're all guilty of it at least once. The only problem with this hasty decision is that you have barely gotten their name much less anything about who they are. The short term significant other becomes even shorter term than you thought and pretty soon all social gatherings have the potential of becoming the most awkward. Who are they going to show up with...are you expected to talk, what do you talk about? A one time mistake like this has helped me to learn...the first offer isn't always the best offer. Hold out for a little while. If the summer sizzle is getting to you choose someone and make a game out of it. Once mission is accomplished the game is over and someone else becomes the object leaving there no awkwardness, just a friend you can share a sly little look with.