As a 20-something single girl (I refuse to say woman, I'm still in school), I'm a huge fan of romantic comedies. I know they're cheesy, unrealistic, and have terrible soundtracks ("Hey Soul Sister" is a terrible terrible song), however, I find myself identifying to the main female character more and more. Maybe I'm subconsciously turning into a romantic comedy because I've seen so many and really want to end up with ______ (Insert Hugh Grant, Josh Duhamel, Zac Efron, Channing Tatum or other typical romantic comedy male lead). OR maybe it's not and it's my destiny to drop a huge file of papers in front of some average guy (who looks like a model) complaining about his shallow model-type ex-girlfriend and just wants someone "real" who he can "really talk to." Let's evaluate the evidence.
1. I'm a huge klutz. I just now dripped chipotle mayonnaise on my favorite business dress sitting at my desk at work. I also fell down my steps this morning and scratched my shin. These are not attention seeking acts, no one was around to note my humiliation....until now. Whoops.(Head Over Heels starring Freddie Prinze Jr. and Monica Potter)
2. I'm earnestly optimistic to an almost (and perhaps actual) annoying level about the existence of true love. I'm constantly coming across as naive because I believe in the good of mankind and the belief that true love exists. (See: Ginnifer Goodwin in He's Just Not that Into You)
3. I'm constantly saying the wrong thing. It has gotten me into a lot of trouble. I'm a terrible liar and every thought in my head escapes my mouth like word vomit and I come across as a complete idiot, when really I'm at least above average intelligent. I am in law school, that counts right? (See: Bridget Jones' Diary)
4. When I like a guy, I act like I'm 12. I blush, I avoid talking to him, I never tell him how I feel. Then I whine about why doesn't he like me and why isn't dating me. It's obnoxious, I know. (See: Ginner Goodwin in Something Borrowed)
5. I'm (almost) a professional. I've put working towards my eventual career and studying ahead of dating. I've kept my eye on the prize. I've wanted to become an attorney for a long time and now it's so close that any dating prospects will have to wait until after I've achieved my desired goal of becoming a successful, professional, self-reliant attorney. (See: Kate Hudson in How to Lose a Guy In 10 Days)
6. I was not cute in high school or college. I was awkward in high school and I gained the freshman 15 (20) in college. I lost it all senior year of college and summer before law school (Zumba really is the bomb). I learned how to dress myself, and talk to people without coming across as the huge spaz that I am (mostly). (See: Julia Roberts in America's Sweethearts).
7. I put my friend's and sister's needs in front of my own to accommodate everyone. It's one of those really sweet, but super annoying people-pleasing things. Sometimes I appear like a doormat, but in actuality I enjoy seeing other people happy and freak out on an epic proportion when people are upset with me. (See: Katherine Heigl in 27 Dresses)
8. I actually enjoy watching sports. Not in the, "look how cute I am, I'm a guy's girl, pay attention to me b/c I'm sporty" way either. I played a lot of sports growing up and can hold my own in discussions about Football, Basketball, and Baseball without the mistake of thinking I know more than my guy friends. I enjoy going to sports bars, watching a game and drinking beers. (See: She's Outta my League)
9. I have a quirky family. My sister and mom are loud, random, and have no shame. My dad is the laid back type with a biting sarcastic humor. It's really hilarious to watch in person. I'm also half-Mexican. So my extended family is also quite a riot to witness. (See: My Big Fat Greek Wedding)
10. Two of my favorite hobbies are reading and taking long walks. If a destination is within 2 miles, I'd prefer to grab my ipod and rock out to "Call me Maybe" to make the trek rather than starting my car. I also read a lot. I won the top reading award in middle school (not-so humble brag). (See: Elizabeth Bennett in Pride and Prejudice).
So there it is, 10 reasons and 10 movie references to why I'm a cliche romantic comedy heroine. Maybe Ryan Gosling is just around the corner...or maybe not.
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