Saturday Update

So writing this I realize I think I’ve shifted, at least temporarily, where my craziness in my life is on the personal side and not the work side. Finally. Last night was wonderful, again surprising and not what I expected, although I was expecting it to be good. It was even better. James Gate in JP is a really cool place – dig the atmosphere and the beer. I walk in and who do I notice first but the boy from New Years Eve. Which was perfect as I didn’t think we left things really cool. So the night was good in hanging out with him in a very plutonic way and with the friends that appreciate your quirkiness (and I am the first to admit I’m fairly quirky). It was just a good vibe the whole night, tons of laughing and silliness. We even snagged a table in the corner where the dozen of us crowded around and proceeded to play silly games like telephone. Granted, I took advantage of the one night that I wasn’t driving and using public transportation and enjoyed my fair share of drinks.



Today I was a bit lethargic and really didn’t accomplish much – other than making a dent on watching episodes of Lost. Which I guess counts for something. I finally drag myself into action late afternoon and get ready for my date this evening. I always have trouble with Saturday nights as I’m happy to just stay home and the thought of getting ready and heading out is not always appetizing.



Well, I’m glad I did. I do the chore of getting ready and being presentable, yet again, the third time this week. And of course am running late. I was late to almost everything this week. And this time, I get there early which is fine as parking can be a bear, and I get the spot right in front of the door. Right in front of the door! Even after having to turn around and come back, no one took it.



Ended up going to PJ Ryans. Cool bar even if they have way too many tv screens. Good beer on tap and nice vibe. Not as cool as James Gate, but still decent. Well the date shows up and he’s pretty good looking in person, carries himself well. (And I think I have a thing for beards, I'm starting to see a trend). Had a great time chatting over beers and fries. Tons in common – we’re both super atheists which is rare to find. Different in some ways but very similar in other ways. We both aren’t crazy about things that are fads. And the best part, he wanted to know when we could get together and have dinner next – sometime next week. I have to say this guy has a lot of potential and won tons of points by not playing the game and just wanting to do the next thing. He’s cool but doesn’t play the cool game. So I was giddy on my way home tonight, and if nothing else that’s wonderful. I’ll take it.



So I think I’m doing well. Granted I really don’t want to log on to match to set up the next wave of dates, but know I should. It’s just such a bear of an exercise. And one always hopes that this round was good and it’s not needed. We’ll see after tomorrow night – I’m going out with some girlfriends to try yet a different approach with guys. I think this will be the least likely to succeed but will be tons of fun being with friends. It’ll make for some good stories.



The house remains unpresentable although I did sort the laundry tonight for the various loads – five – that’s from having guests and not doing laundry since october. I haven’t done the loads, but it’s sorted. It’s a start.