Growing Epidemic Today in our society there is a growing epidemic. Thousands of women fall victim to it every year. It cost them their time, their energy, and their money. I am talking, of course, about the one thing all girls fear. The thing that lurks in the shadows and haunts every female’s nightmares; The boyfriend. The boy is vile beast. He prowls the hallways with body odder and absurd pick up lines. Some say their no way to escape him. On the contrary, my friends, for I have lived 18 year and not once been captured by the enemy. Oh I have had close call’s, awkward moment, I may have suffered some romance in my day, but in the end I always come out victors. I am a master of the art of circumventing relationship and have the wisdom you need to do the same. * The best way to protect yourself is being able to recognize the problem. For instance, let’s say you’re at a party and you notice a boy you don’t know staring at you. Most would say forget about it and just have fun. Then the next thing you know your on the couch holding hands. It’s regrettable and it happens every day. Therefore you must plan in advance. Avoid the problem by using what I call tactic number one, “Public Humiliation.” It’s a simple method. Just make a fool of yourself. Use your surroundings if necessary. Do whatever you can to make him think you are a clumsy moron. I guarantee that this boy will stop looking at you, and may even grow to despise your sole. * Unfortunately, some girls don’t pick on the evil eyed boy. Then they become trapped in the inevitable conversation. Some think “it’s to late I’m a goner.” You must keep your cool and use what I call tactic number two, “Play Dumb.” It is most likely that this young man is going to hint at seeing you again. Usually he will ask you more personal question such as your E-mail address or phone number. Don’t give it to him! Change the conversation, pretended you are slow and don’t understand, or lie! Some girls don’t want to hurt his feelings, yet feels bad about giving a false number. Remember, ladies, all is fair in love and war and your on the front line! * Sometimes the situation can become sticky if you are friends with the boy who has selected you as his pray. Then you must act subtly. Simply smearing mustarded on your face and tripping over garden gnomes may not be enough. That’s where tactic number three comes in, “The Friendship Barrier.” “The Friendship Barrier” is my personal favorite. All you have to do is make is make it very clear that he is more like a brother. This can be done with not only words but also actions. For example if you are walking down the hall with him be sure to point out the other boys you fined attractive. Ask him stupid pointless question about girls he likes. You will find that he will place his feeling for you on some other poor girl. Do not pity his new victim all you can do is pray that she has the knowledge you now hold. * In conclusion, the male spice is a confusing, but very real predator. It will take more than words to out smart you pursuer. Remember the best offence is a good defense. Use the tackiest I have thought you well and only when absolutely necessary. Never give up, never surrender, and always be aware of you surroundings. Who know, there could be a boy starring at you right now.