DW Community Catch-up Thread
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Haha, Veritek – your story reminds me of an ambush “date” that I once had.
A couple of years ago, one of my neighbors had a large dinner party. When it came time to sit down to eat, someone asked the hostess if there was a particular seating arrangement, and the hostess blurted out, “Oh my yes! d2 and (insert other guest name here) have to sit together. I invited them both to romantically set them up!” Neither I nor the other guest knew about it – until she announced it in front of everyone.
I have a date tonight at top golf. So we will see how that goes.
More importantly, I passed my PMP exam!!!
I’m totally excited to say that I had a magical date last night. We weren’t supposed to be going on a date as I did not pack my clothes so I was still in scrubs and I had homework and grocery shopping. That said, when my friend and I were walking to the bus stop like we do every week we saw that the local art museum was open for free so we decided to just go for it. It was great for me because I really enjoy art and seeing him enjoy it was fabulous.
Afterwards we climbed a parking garage to watch the boats in the harbor. We then went to see a late night movie before getting pizza and going home.
Totally unexpected and spontaneous, it’s like he just knew what sort of dates I enjoy! It was great to have so much fun without having any sort of drink. Just typing this is giving me a goofy grin, it’s nice to go out on dates when you have so much in common.
I went on a date yesterday that was totally not my type but it went well!
I had kept my okcupid profile active and he actually messaged me before TT and I ended things and he seemed pretty intelligent and cute and actually read my profile and asked things about me so I gave him a shot.
My usual type is tall and bearded and maybe a bit on the huskier side – this guy is clean shaven, former military and does tough mudders for fun. And has half sleeve tattoos – which are admittedly a weakness of mine. So we had sushi yesterday for lunch and he’s very nice. We sat and talked for about 2.5 hours and he invited me to the national guard ball this coming Saturday. I was a bit taken back because, ball? Like with ballgowns and such for a second date?
What do you guys think? I told him I’d let him know tomorrow because i have to see my work schedule for Saturday. His alternative idea for a second date is a NFL football game, so I get the impression he’s a go big or go home kinda guy lol.
I think a ball could be fun, but also a little awkward for a 2nd date. I think it really depends on your level of out-goingness and your current energy level (I know you have a lot on your plate right now). I, personally, would lean towards a more low-key second date, like the NFL game. A football game, to me, isn’t all that “go big or go home” for a second date. As someone who enjoys sports, a football game is almost like going to see a (long) movie. In that regard, it’s also similar to a movie as it may be hard to talk and get to know each other during the game. Both of those second dates don’t seem very “get to know you” sort of dates, but I also think they are quite telling of his personality (active, social). This guy sounds interesting. He also seems different than TT in that he won’t be content just sitting in bed having sex and watching movies, but rather doing more things (that aren’t just doing you!)
Just my 2 cents.
I think a sporting event would be a cool second date- if you don’t know what to talk about, you can at least talk about the game!
The ball sounds cool. I would just be worried about having to dress appropriately (and not having anything ball-like to wear)… But if he’s just looking to bring a date and have a good time, it could be fun.
I think a ball would be fun because I love that shit, but yeah, getting a dress and all of that, plus meeting so many of his friends/co-workers at one time this soon might be overwhelming. Especially since you’re really busy! I’d tell him you’d love to go out again (I assume you do) and that you cannot make it to the ball, but the game sounds great. Even if you hate football or the game sucks, the experience is still pretty fun. Plus, Bloody Mary’s!
I’d take it as a good sign that he was wants to do something “big” for your second date, too. I think it shows interest to want to hang out with someone for hours and possibly introduce them to your friends and co-workers instead of just a quick drink or coffee. He obviously likes you enough to want to include you in his life, instead of trying to schedule you in around it, you know? He may just be a social butterfly, but even so, at least you’ll have fun.
So fun fact: i used to help teach ballroom dancing at a military academy when I was growing up. So a ball does sound like fun but with someone I just met? Dont know.
One of my very good friends is also going to the ball with her boyfriend, so if nothing else, she’d be there. And I’m sure I could also pull out an old bridesmaid dress to wear. But you’re right @snoopy, my biggest concern is my energy level right now. I’m supposed to work retail for five hours that day. I might be tired and cranky after that lol!
And at first I thought maybe he just wanted a ball date but he did mention the football game and I do love football so I wouldn’t hate doing that.
Just curious what your first thought were, my people.
