I read Why Men Love Bitches recently, by Sherri Argov. I could have saved some time and just read a couple chapters of a 100pg book written in 1945 called How to Get Along with Boys.

Not to dis Sherri Argov. That book's very very good, in fact. Nice for waking one up to the ways you might be prone to losing yourself in relationship (girls, that is), and for retaining your autonomy, soul, and spine.

But the absolutely blunt and bang-on advice of Ms. Zoraida Maria de Sagarra Ramirez (she must have been a glorious woman) penned in the 40s, a time when "[Woman]has taken her place in the world alongside the man, establishing beyond any doubt her intelligence and capability", covers the same material in the space of a pamphlet.

Chapters include "How to keep him guessing", "How to have personality", "How to look your loveliest", and if all goes well - "How to get him to propose".

Although the language can be dated and therefore hilarious, the message is basically the same - be yourself, be true to yourself, be honest with yourself; attract, retain, close the deal. No room for wallowing, analyzing, or excuses, for the formidable Ms. Ramirez. This is a no-nonsense pull-up-your-socks guide to getting the job done.

Probably my favorite unintentional humor: regarding theatre manners "It is discourteous to talk, make love, or otherwise attract attention to yourself during the performance. Nor should you get up and start dressing before the final curtain."

Happy New Year

Can't beat celebrating midnight lying on a snowy roof with a bottle of wine, the sounds of backyard fireworks, and a wet blowjob in the frigid air.