As females, we have had to deal with hardships that males have not necessarily been exposed to, in intensity or quantity. We've all received some pretty brutal texts from the opposite sex that have our eyes rolling out of our heads. Perhaps hardship is too severe of a word for something that causes as much amusement as it does annoyance. We all must weigh in the entertainment factor in sitting around with girlfriends and comparing what guys, to the disbelief of us all (i.e. the Female Race), think is smooth, suave and successful. Here are the top 12 cringe-worthy texts every girl has received at least once and hopes to never again.
1. "You up?"
Well hello to you, too. My day was great thanks for asking. How was yours?
2. "We should study. Just me and you, though..."
Wow, I am so special. You must be super exclusive with who you study with. We're going to get so much done!
3. "Hey, can I ask you a question?"
Oh, my gosh. Such a big fan of dramatic buildup. I will be even more pleased when the follow-up question is something along the lines of, "How do you feel about the polar bear epidemic?"
4. "Hey, cutie."
It must just be a coincidence that this text came right after my selfie on Instagram. Of course, you don't just remember me every now or then when I come up slayin' the social media game. This must be a genuine text.
5. "K" or "LOL"
Oh it's fine. It's not like you're the one that started the conversation and now aren't putting any effort in. That would be kind of rude. Oh, wait.
6. "Wow, who was that girl in your Snapchat story? I'd smash."
Thank you so much for demeaning my friend. I'll relay your friendly message. I'm sure it will be the highlight of her day to be sexualized, yet again, in this patriarchal society.
7. "You send pics?"
Why yes, I do! I'll send you a "Game of Thrones" meme right this second!
8. "I love getting deep with you."
Yeah, your hour-long spiel about how you can't deal with commitment because you want to experience every type of girl was truly getting deep under the surface. I've never felt so close to a person. Tell me more.
9. "You're the only girl for me."
Aw! You are so sweet! All my friends you're currently matching with on Tinder agree. You charmer you.
10. "How turnt are you?"
Oh, I'm sure this is just innocent curiosity. There's no way you're trying to use the situation to your advantage.
11. "You coming back this summer? We should hang."
Thank you for keeping up contact throughout the year! Yes, of course, I would love to hang out with someone that only puts in effort when they want it. Friendship goals. Kind, considerate human goals.
12. "You're easy on the eyes, I guess I'll keep you around"
OMG, my personality does not feel neglected at all. I love shallow compliments. Keep objectifying me, please. Bless you for reminding me that my worth is directly related to my external appearance.
Like we appreciate the effort, but wait, no we don't. That is the whole point. Either have the respect to put real, genuine effort when you're communicating with someone or lose their number. Perhaps some etiquette classes would do more bang for your buck than stocking up on all those unused rubbers, literally.
