I’ve recently noticed that everywhere I go, women are talking about their scrotes. Of course I always noticed how the ugliest, crustiest, rudest men somehow end up with very kind and beautiful women. But now I’m constantly exposed to conversations out and about, where women exchange the nightmarish tales of dating the average man.

Yesterday two gorgeous women were talking at my local coffee shop. One of them was going on and on about how endearingly “awkward” her boyfriend was, and all of the situations in which he wouldn’t be awkward, but oh well, he lacks basic social skills. Almost every time I leave my house, I overhear these ridiculous stories making men’s lack of self awareness, self control, and hygiene. Not only are these stunning women spending their time and LIVES with these men, they’re sitting and talking for hours and hours about them when they are with other women.

And oh Lord. The hygiene. A few months ago, at an art festival, I was purchasing artisan soap when the seller’s boyfriend came up to confess that he likes to use dish soap on his body. This woman was a professional soap maker, and her boyfriend uses Dawn in the shower.

I’m so thankful for FDS as it opened my eyes and put a name to these men, but how can I be encouraging toward any of my friends who want to date men? I’m very happy with my independence and can’t see how any of this is worth it!