Ugh...dating?

[ErinG]

We talked last night and we are looking at some time next week for our first date, we still have to work out the details.  Now I desperately need a  haircut and a gifted colorist to do something to my ever-growing gray streak!

[ErinG]

First date is tomorrow night!  I hope it's not our last.  We are meeting for dinner at a pizza place I have never been to.  I'm so excited and nervous I doubt I'll get much sleep tonight, nor much work done tomorrow.  I have an appointment for my hair tomorrow afternoon so hopefully all goes smoothly and it's an overall great day! 

[Bucky]

How exciting Erin . . . relax, and just be yourself.  Don't think of this get together as  . . . maybe he will be my future husband . . just think of it as a new friend for now, and the rest will follow.

Try and get some sleep tonight - you don't want bags under your eyes for tomorrow!   

Have fun!! 

Keep us posted.   

Bucky

[Katybarstool]

Erin

Good luck for tonight. Don't forget our update!

Kathyx

[ErinG]

I survived the date without puking, tripping, or getting food on myself.  I was really nervous the entire time, though it subsided a little as the date went on.  We met for pizza at a place I had never been to before and the food was very good.  We were the only ones in the restaurant which was kind of nice because it was quiet and there weren't any distractions.  We weren't out too long, about an hour and a half.  I had a really good time despite my nerves, and I think (hope!) he did too.  The conversation seemed to flow pretty well and we both smiled a lot.  As we were leaving he asked if I'd like to do it again and I said yes, and he said he'd call me.  So I hope to hear from him soon!

[Katybarstool]

Thanks for the update Erin. Glad everything went well.

Kathyx

[Bucky]

Erin - now you can take a deep breath . . . whew, the first date is over.     The first time doing anything is always the hardest. 

Now, as your dates progress, things will get a little easier each time. 

Ask him about himself (who doesn't like to talk about themselves?!   ) . . . sports, travel, job, etc.  You might already know this about him, but you might not know everything about him.   

Does he like animals?  Is there a zoo near you?  Maybe, you could have a date there.  A fun, relaxing date where you don't have to do a lot of talking.

Since fall is here . . . go to an apple orchard or something like that.  Go on a hayride.  Go for a hike enjoying the fall colors.

Keep us posted.   

Bucky

[ErinG]

Thanks for the suggestions.  For me the hardes part will be waiting for him to call.  I hope he's not one of those guys who says he'll call but never does.  I don't get that impression from him because he seems very geniune and open, but you never know.  I figure the earliest he'll call is Thursday because he knows I have class tonight and tomorrow and he goes to bed early.  It's going to be a loooong week!

Luckily for me, because I'm shy and I have the extreme nervousness problem, he does like to talk so that makes it a lot easier.  He mentioned he likes roller skating, so if we go out again that's an option.  There are a lot of places around here that have hayrides, corn mazes, and things like that because we kind of live in farm country.  I passed by a bunch of them on the way to our date.  I think next time, wherever we go, we should just meet and drive together.  It seemed kind of silly that after we left I was driving right behind him until he turned off onto his street!

Thanks everyone for your support.  I really really hope this turns into something good

[newhorizons]

Ring, ring, Erin, I hear the phone ringing!.  Either Friday or Saturday nights are SPECIAL date nights so be LISTENING for your phone...


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Let it ring at least a couple times before answering!  Erin, you're SPECIAL! Go Girl    Keep us updated!   Country Granny

[ErinG]

He called tonight    He's away in Hershey, PA for a big antique car show for the weekend, and he said he just wanted to call and not keep me waiting.  I'm really happy he called and I told him I appreciated it.  He said he'll call again in a couple of days to plan the next date.  I'm looking forward to it!  Now I can relax a little and enjoy the weekend with something to look forward to.

[Bucky]

That was very thoughtful of him to phone you and let you know he was out of town.  Now you can quit staring at the phone all weekend!   

Well, now you know he likes antique cars - if you didn't already know that.  He would probably be in the know of any shows in your area, but maybe do a google search for places nearby that might have upcoming shows you could tell him about.  It would mean a lot to him that you cared enough to check it out.   

Find something fun to do this weekend.  Have a girls night out or something.

Bucky

[ErinG]

Thanks Bucky 

Yes, he REALLY likes antique engines.  He owns several antique tractors, a truck, and a few other machines, and he enjoys restoring them.  A friend of his has a 1932 Plymouth sedan (think Bonnie & Clyde's car) that they took down to the car show this weekend. 

It's actually kind of funny because before we met for our date the last time I saw him in person he was riding one of his tractors in a parade.

I have plenty of school work and cleaning at home to keep me busy this weekend.  It's supposed to be gorgeous outside so I think I will try to get out for a hike and enjoy the fall weather.  And I will have to get to thinking about what we could do on our next date!

[newhorizons]

Erin, Enjoy your weekend... And, think I'll bow out as you seem well on your way. The third call will be a charm! 

Keep us updated as to your progress with Mr. Nice!!!   Granny Joy

[ErinG]

It looks like date #2 will either be hiking on Sunday, weather permitting, or dinner on Monday evening.  We are supposed to get a Nor'easter this weekend, so definite plans are up in the air.  He may go up to the St. Lawrence seaway this weekend to help friends close up their cottage for the season, but depending on the weather he may stay here. 

I can't believe it's been almost 2 weeks since our first date.  Time flies and I can't wait until our phone conversation tonight 

[Katybarstool]

Sounds exciting Erin - enjoy, whatever you do.

Kathyx