The Waiting Game

So I haven't really dated in close to a year. I went on a couple random ones here and there, but decided to take a break. Now I've slowly eased myself back into it.

What I absolutely can't stand is the waiting game. So here's some background info. I met this girl at a gathering and we got along well (at least in my estimation). So I asked our mutual friend (whom I'm also kind of interested, but is currently spoken for, but that's another story), to ask her if it'd be okay if I call/msg her sometime. She said yes and gave me her number and facebook profile link. So I was pretty happy about this. I added her to facebook, the next day she approved, the day after that I sent a message.

What I failed to remember is that, sure somebody gives you their info, but that doesn't mean they'll reply or pick up your phone call. While it's been less than 24 hours since I sent the message, the silence is deafening. I know she's not doing it on purpose, but you end up going stir crazy just waiting. I mean I can occupy myself with other things, but it's always there. I suppose I should look at it as if she doesn't respond, no big deal. And in the grand scheme of things, it isn't. Not to sound like I'm already expecting her to not message me back, but if she doesn't, I already know I'll take it harder than I should. Sure it's not the nicest thing, but you can't control what other people do, just how you react to it.

Just have to keep reminding myself. And forget at the same time. Bah!