I'm starting to think I might be a little...odd...when it comes to relationships. In my perception there are three phases -- that initial flirty "hey I like you" sort of phase. Doesn't usually last very long, but it's where you go from meeting to deciding to date. Then there is phase 2 -- the "Let's go on dates and figure out what this is" phase. Then there is phase 3 -- "We're a committed couple in a relationship for a (hopefully) long while".
I love phase 1. It's so much fun -- flirting is one of life's great pleasures. I love phase 3. Having someone in my life to share experiences (and my bed) with is awesome.
I loathe phase 2. The uncertainty...the "what are we? Do you like me? Do I like you? Is this going anywhere?" drives me insane. I can't stand it. I always want to fast forward to phase 3.
I've been told by quite a few people that I'm weird -- that phase 2 is fun and awesome! And I just don't see it.
I'm wondering two questions:
1) Do you see relationship development in the same way? 3 phases? More? Less?
2) Do you like/hate any particular phase of this?
Just a curiosity thread on a slow Friday.