This is regarding a guy who has since proved himself ineffectual. However at the time, I thought making a list (à la Ross from Friends when choosing between Rachel and Julie) would simplify matters. I’m only posting the list I wrote about the individual who was not chosen.

PROS:

• French and British
• Really hot
• Challenges my worldview
• Caring
• Assertive
• Unconventional
• A beautiful mess
• Absolutely hilarious
• Easy to talk to, good conversationalist

CONS: 

• Hard to read
• Stresses me out 
• Quite neurotic and potentially emotionally unstable
• Noncommital
• Unmotivated career-wise
• Makes me feel like i’m walking on eggshells
• Intensely French ~ slight cultural barrier

I’m sorry, but how do some of those not stand out as immediate red flags to any sane person? No brainer. Clearly a lot has changed in a year, but it is still hard to believe I was that pathetic and put myself through all that unnecessary grief.