Hungry Like the Wolf

Have you ever been to a store and seen an article of clothing that you just had to have? Has your mouth ever watered at the sight of a particular dessert on display in one of your favorite restaurants? Was the feeling so strong that it felt like you would be willing to give up your first born child (Rapunzel style) just to get it? Well, I've been feeling like that lately, only the object of my eye is of the male persuasion...

I'm going to spare the short attention spans of my readers by making a long story short. About 4 months ago, I met a guy at my job (let's call him Joe) that took my breathe away the very first time I saw him. It sounds cliche, but that is the only way I can describe how I felt at that moment. It was like being struck by lightning (but without the charring part). He and I grew pretty close for awhile. Although things ultimately turned sour between us, I can't help but think about him. This is due to two key factors. Firstly, I still work with him. It's kind of hard to "wash that man right out of my hair", if you will, when I see him practically everyday. I know I brought this on myself as well. It's usually a given that one isn't supposed to "dip their pen in the company ink", but I simply couldn't resist. He was much too tasty to pass up, but I digress. Secondly, it's hard to not think about him when I still have feelings for him.

I don't know why this particular guy has had such an effect on me. I can only attest it to one thing; animalistic, pheromone-driven lust. It's almost indescribable in a way. When I saw him for the first time, I was so drawn to him. I noticed everything about him physically and knew I had to have him. For a short time, I did have him, but not long enough in my book. So here I am, single (again) and desperately trying to get him out of my mind. I know eventually that it'll all pass, but, as of yet, there is no end in sight. So, I ask you my dear readers, what can I do to speed up the process? What are the best ways to get over someone (besides crying into the dashboard while listening to Foreigner)? I can't wait to hear from you.