Click: An Online Love Story. Lisa Psy.D. Becker

5, 2011 – 9:48 AM

      To: Renee Greene

      Subject: Re: The Scoop

      What do you mean, no one to take you out? Okay, I'll admit that Finlay IS chopped liver. Well, a goyish version of chopped liver. But, I'm certainly caviar with a mojito on the side.

      From: Renee Greene – January 5, 2011 – 9:54 AM

      To: Shelley Manning

      Subject: Re: The Scoop

      I know. You guys are great. Ashley’s coming too, along with a group of friends from work. I don't mean to sound ungrateful. I guess when I look back, I always thought that by 30 I'd be married with three kids. And here I am, with a few weeks to go, and I'm not even dating anyone. Okay, pity party of one, here. Sorry.

      From: Shelley Manning – January 5, 2011 – 9:59 AM

      To: Renee Greene

      Subject: Re: The Scoop

      So, Ashley’s coming. Great. Miss Priss. That'll make for a fun evening.

      But on to important matters. You are a truly wonderful woman and person. You will meet someone. You will get married. You will have your three kids. You just need to have faith and you just need to get out there. You're never going to meet someone sitting at home and lamenting over Derrick. It's been over a year and you haven't gotten on with things. I don't mean to sound harsh (unless we're talking about Miss Priss of course) but it's time for some tough love - not the S&M kind although that could be fun ;) - and I do love you.

      From: Renee Greene – January 5, 2011 – 10:05 AM

      To: Shelley Manning

      Subject: Re: The Scoop

      It's PRICE not Priss. You are the devil incarnate. No, I know. You're right. It's just easier to sit at home, eat cupcakes and feel sorry for myself than risk getting hurt. But, it's a new year and a new plan.

      From: Shelley Manning – January 5, 2011 – 10:07 AM

      To: Renee Greene

      Subject: Re: The Scoop

      Priss, Price. Same difference. :) See you at 12:30.

      From: Renee Greene – January 5, 2011 – 1:58 PM

      To: Shelley Manning

      Subject: How do you do it?!?

      I just don’t get it. I mean don’t get me wrong. You’re awesome. But, I just don’t know how you do it. That handsome, wannabe actor, underwear-model-looking waiter was just gushing over you.

      And don’t think I didn’t see him slip you his number. Good looking, yes. Subtle and bright, no. Greene may be my last name, but it is an ugly color on me. UGH!

      So, are you going to call him, or are you getting serious with the Cuddler? HA! I just laughed out loud as I was typing that. No offense or anything. First of all, don’t see you getting serious with ANYONE, let alone some lame, girly guy.

      From: Shelley Manning – January 5, 2011 – 2:43 PM

      To: Renee Greene

      Subject: Re: How do you do it?!?

      No offense taken. You’re right. I’m not interested in getting serious with anyone. Why settle down when I’m having so much fun? So, handsome, wannabe actor, underwear-model-looking waiter, here I come. And, hopefully, when I say here I come…well you’re a smart girl, you know where this is heading. (HA! An unintentional pun, to boot.)

      And, speaking of being a smart girl, how many times do I need to tell you how beautiful, witty, charming and fabulous you are? You are Supermodel Renee, for Christ’s sake! You just need to start believing it yourself. No more of this pity shit. Get over it. Okay!!!!???

      From: Renee Greene – January 5, 2011 – 3:30 PM

      To: Shelley Manning

      Subject: Re: How do you do it?!?

      Yes ma’am! Will do my best.

      From: Ashley Price – January 6, 2011 – 9:07 AM

      To: Renee Greene

      Subject: Lunch scoop

      So, how was lunch at Mel’s? How many guys did Shelley pick up? How much sex is she having?

      On another note, Evan called, apologized, sent flowers, etc. etc. But this time I’m not falling for it. It’s over.

      From: Renee Greene – January 6, 2011 – 3:12 PM

      To: Ashley Price

      Subject: Re: Lunch scoop

      Lunch was typical as usual. There is a new waiter there who was incredibly hot and incredibly into Shelley. New year, but nothing’s new. You know I love her, but it’s hard being the girl guys always approach in bars only to say, “Hi. Who’s your friend?”

      Yes, you deserve far better than Evan. What you need to do is erase his phone number from your cell, don’t answer his calls and texts, send back the flowers, etc. I mean he’s a decent guy and all, but you just never seem happy when you’re with him. At the end of the day, I just want you to be happy.

      From: Ashley Price – January 6, 2011 – 4:45 PM

      To: Renee Greene

      Subject: Re: Lunch scoop

      I know. I know. I’m NOT going to call him back.

      Regarding Shelley, yes, I know you are very loyal to her and she’s certainly been a good friend. But if I were a guy, I would pick you over her in a heartbeat. You’ve got style, class and a great sense of humor. Just need to try something new with your hair. So, buck up. This is a new year and I feel like good things are just around the corner for you. Gotta run. Work beckons.

      From: Renee Greene – January 9, 2011 – 3:36 PM

      To: Mark Finlay

      Subject: Re: Site Selection

      Okay, Mark. I don't think I could live with the Jewish guilt by bringing home someone who couldn't appreciate a good corned beef sandwich or my bubbies matzo ball soup. So, Choose Jews it is. I'm going to write my profile this weekend and will be emailing it to them. Thanks for pushing me into doing this. I think it's going to be good for me.

      From: Mark Finlay – January 9, 2011 – 5:55 PM

      To: Renee Greene

      Subject: Re: Site Selection

      I always know what's good for you. Why you haven't figured that out by now is beyond me. Well, I've narrowed down my list of prospective services down to four. Still doing a bit of research and getting a few references for each. With my future wife on the line, you just can't be too careful.

      From: Renee Greene – January 13, 2011 – 11:35 PM

      To: [email protected]

      Bcc: Shelley Manning, Mark Finlay

      Subject: Profile for Site

      I’m a new member…Renee Greene. Here is my completed profile. My ID# is 49628; Screen Name: PRGal1981. Thanks!

      AGE: 29

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