I have to admit, for me, dating has been an interesting adventure. I know most single women in their 30’s would agree with me… it’s not easy out there. There are some great guys and then there are some characters. I know I could write a short novel on dating mishaps and successes. Most of the time, my dating adventures and stories have just served as entertainment for family and friends. But in the end, I’m a just a girl… waiting for a guy… to… oh wait, wrong movie

Why take a “Holidate”… why not!?! I’ve always believed that “Geography is just Geography … but love is LOVE.”  My mom met my dad when she was working in Mexico.  She always loved to travel, see the world, and meet new people. I know that I get my sense of adventure from her.  So, making the decision to be a part of this show was easy.

Now, dating on TV, that’s a different story. That one was a bit harder. I’m proud of my professional accomplishments, my friends, and my family life. Putting my dating life out there for all to see makes me feel very vulnerable. Plus, you can’t help to think of how critical people are of “reality TV” these days.  But, I trusted those I had met with the show, and in the end, decided to take the plunge.  The thing is I tend to live my life with very few stones left unturned.  Every weekend for me is an adventure in the city… a reality show… well that just seemed like an experience I could not pass up.

I can tell you it’s one of the toughest things I’ve done. I give celebrities a lot of credit… the pace is not as easy as it seems (so ladies… go easy on us. Picking out 50 outfits for the show while avoiding black, white, patterns, and tube tops in the dead of summer in Texas… is NOT easy. Also, the 107 degree weather is not ideal for TV hair ) But the best part was all the great people I met along the way. Cindy, Sam, Nabeel, and Adam. I went on three GREAT dates, with three GREAT guys. Also, the producers, the crew, and the casting team were all fantastic. I can’t thank them enough and I will miss them.

Looking back on my experience now, I have a mix of feelings. What girl doesn’t occasionally regret a comment, an outfit, a hairdo, or a quirky mannerism? My favorites were the time my shoe got stuck in the floor grates at “Abacus” and chef Kent and Nabeel had to pull me out. Or, forgetting how to throw a baseball at Rangers Stadium with Sam (and yes… it was 107 degrees out there and a polyester jersey is not typically the outfit of choice).

Since we filmed the show, Cindy and I have talked and texted several times a week. This type of common experience just bonds you. We laugh hysterically and share stories and gossip. I know we will be friends for a long time. I’ve also been in touch with all the guys. Sam and I have already planned his trip to the northeast. I can’t wait to show him all my favorite spots in New York and Hoboken.

If there is one thing this experience has done, it’s change my outlook on dating. I spent several weeks thinking about the questions the casting team would ask me about why I wanted this experience. I learned this: I want to find a great guy, a best friend, a partner in crime.   So, it’s time I dropped my guard. There are no rules out there ladies… throw the book out the window and just follow your gut. It’s just all about being yourself, taking a chance, and having fun. I’m more excited than ever about what’s to come.

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