BOYFRIEND #2?

(warning.....Im bored...be prepared for a LONG blog)

So I've been dating this guy for a few days now...Robert (or as I call him ROBERTO with an Italian accent). Someone who actually gave me a chance and tolerated my attitude/habits/shy-ness/awkward-ness/slow pace. The title of this entry is boyfriend #2? because I dont know if he is "my man" quite yet. Is he suppose to ask me to be his GF or I ask him to be my BF? I really don't know the official stance on that. Anyways, here is a run down of how things are going so far.

DATE #1: Friday night dinner at Olive Garden on the south side of town (BTW he lives on the north side of town and drives 30 min. to my side of town). We had to wait before getting a table so we talked outside before going in, and had a lovely romantic dinner. We took so long inside talking/eating, I think the waiter was just waiting for us to leave to give the table to someone else. So we finally left and just hanged out outside in the parking lot by my car. (kinda ghetto isnt it LOL) Anyways, we were there just standing around talking and getting to know more about each other for like an additional hour. (nope I didnt get tired of standing, it was worth it) The restraunt security guard even passed by us two times to check up on us. That was quite funny though, as if we were gonna be doing something naughty or be vandalizing property. The night ended with a hearty hug and a "we should get together again sometime".

DATE #2: Unexpected Saturday brunch at a Mexican restraunt which then turned into a trip to the mall. I feel bad kinda dragging him into Bath&BodyWorks and looking at shoes, purses, and dresses at Macy's but he didnt complain. Then we went back outside and just hanged out...in the parking lot...again..LOL. This time, the mall security guy even drove up and stopped right in front of us and asked if everything was okay. It must have looked like we were trying to break into his car...quite hilarious. So after a time talking...came...dramtic pause...the KISS...It was quite cute but awkward. I think an elderly couple had walked by at that exact moment, so they got a free show. Im a horrible kisser and I usually giggle or do something wierd. I actually breathed right into his mouth as I busted out a lil laugh. Ohh yeah, Im romantic arent I (and that wouldnt be the last time I do that...so horrible) Anyways, we moved to a different location and just chilled in the car. It was getting dark, and the crows were beginning to gather on the power lines and do choreographed dances in the air. It was very beautiful in a wierd bird-watching while trying to have a one-on-one intimate conversation kinda way. Night ended with a hug/kiss combo. NICE....

DATE #3: I made the trip up towards north side of town and we had lunch at a nice lil pizza place. It was a sunday, so I was in my Sunday clothes which included dressy slacks and cowboy boots (hey, dont diss my style). And for some odd reason we decided to go to McAllister park and hang out. Needless to say, I was walking the rough trails into the forest in my boots...hey its how I roll ;) I will note that it was very funny to see everyone in their shorts and sneakers, and me in my long pants and boots, 3/4 sleeve blouse, and I also had my purse with all my stuff with me on my shoulder. What can I say, I was roughing it. It was a beautiful day, people walking their dogs, kids riding bikes, children on the playground, medieval duels? HaHa, it was like out from the movie Role Models, full grown men wearing time period wardrobe using foam shields and swords practicing, it seemed, for a full on tournament. We couldnt help but stop and stare a bit. They even invited Robert to join in saying "come on. with those arms" come join us. I almost literally Laughed Out Loud, but restrained myself cause they were really serious about it. Sadly though, Robert politely declined seeing as he was in flip flops. We continued our lil walk and talk while holding hands (awwwww que cute) and stopped at a park bench in a more secluded area. I'll admit, I was acting like a lil girl who had never been kissed. IDK what I was so scared and nervous about. Maybe it was being in a forested area occasionally having lil kids pass by on their bikes or old people giving us looks. LOL, but it was cute how he was so patient with me and just held hands and held me..and yes...I laughed into his mouth again as we kissed. I'm awkward, I cant help it.

DATE #4: We had dinner at a sea food place on my side of town and it was delicious. Again we kinda just lingered at the table talking, joking, and giving glances at each other, then we just finished our food and went outside. It was getting cold so we just sat in his car. Right in front of us was a group of construction workers working across the street. This one man was kneeling down laying down some cement I guess, but his ass crack was very much visible. I must say...it was quite a view. (O_O) The night was quiet and we just listened to some tunes. He held my hand and just caressed it in his. Then he leaned in to kiss me, I was hesitant at first because of the fish I had eaten. Then I chewed some spearmint gum. Fish/spearment flavored kisses...quite interesting combo. It at least made for some memorable moments.

Overall...I've been having a really fun time with Robert. I was given advice to take things slow, which I have been doing. There is not rush on my part to hurry into anything or do something Im not ready to do. All in all, Im looking forward to just spending more time with him and having many more lil adventures. Robert is gonna be gone all week on an off-roadig vacation type thing, so no more quirkey lil stories for a while. Back to my boring life I had before. At least it will give my feet some rest before hiking in cowboy boots again or the fish/spearmint taste to wear off.