One of my former co-workers decided she wanted to fix me up with the IT guy. I was reluctant, but agreed to it. She went on raving on how he's so nice, polite, and I would just love him. Already, I am doing the side eye because my former co-worker has no idea what I like in a man, and she is a lesbian. Boris, Benzino.......they all look the same to her. Clearly, there is a difference. I decide to be a good sport and go. My former co-worker sets it all up. All I have to do is show up at a local restaurant, and be on time.
At this point, we have had no contact and I have have no clue what he looks like. Basically, I am going to look for a confused brown person. I get there on time, and find a spot at the bar. He shows up a couple of minutes later. As he walks up, I laughed internally. I am 5'10" and he is 5'7". I know he has to be 130 pounds soaking wet. Physically, I am not feeling him.
After we get a table, we begin chatting and cover the basics: job, family, and fun. It went downhill when we discussed fun. I am single and young. From time to time, I will go out with friends, travel, enjoy a festival, bowling, etc. He told me his weekends consist of reading books, doing laundry, and napping. He then seemed so confused by my social life. Like I am supposed to feel bad for not being a hobbit.
The waitress comes around for our order. I just get a glass of wine. I've already eaten prior to arrival and want to wrap this date up. He follows suit and orders a glass, as well. I can tell he is struggling with the wine. He confesses that he doesn't drink and will probably only have 3 sips total. Now I am not saying you have to drink, but damn, put on your big boy pants or order a Coke.
The meet and greet is wrapping up. As I make my way to my car, I know I will not be contacting him for a second encounter. Clearly, he was thinking the same thing. The next day I get an email from him telling me it is not going to work and that he wishes me luck in my journey for love. Damn, he beat me to it........
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