I'm going on a a "date" tonight.

[Lone_Star_Dem]

It's my first "date" in almost 20 years. I feel like I'm an awkward teenager all over again. It's pretty exciting.

I took off work early so I could get ready. Here's the list so far of preparations.

Had my nails done

Had my hair deep conditioned and trimmed.

Bought new makeup

Showered and applied lotion

Applied new makeup and straightened my hair.

Spent 20 minutes trying on clothes and decided I need to go shopping before my next date.

Settled on a turquoise broomstick skirt that goes to just below my knees and a black semi off the shoulder knit top.

Finally found the other turquoise beaded shoe I was looking for (how it got under the bed I still don't know).

Rummaged through my jewelery until I settled on just the right pieces.

Checked in the mirror to make sure my butt didn't look big and did a practice walk to see how the skirt flowed. Butt is fine and the skirt flows like the silk it is.

I'm ready and I don't have to leave here until 6:00 to meet him for dinner. That's almost two hours from now. LOL!

I'm an excellent conversationalist so I'm not worried about once I get there, if I survive to that point all will be fine.

I'm usually very calm and casual. Why is one silly meal and a movie getting me so worked up?

Please, tell me this gets easier with practice. :P

[Rick Myers]

1. You'll be fine...

Don't worry... BEST WISHES...

[Lone_Star_Dem]

5. Don't worry?

But what if I fall on my face or drop my pasta in my lap? Hmmm? It could happen you know!

I know it's all going to be fine, I just feel like I'm sailing in uncharted territory. :)

Thanks for the good wishes!

[Rainbowreflect]

7. If you do, you will laugh about it & your date will know

what a great sense of humor you have.
Have a great time!

[Lone_Star_Dem]

22. Humor has saved my butt on many occasions

It is a true gift from the gods!

[swimmernsecretsea]

18. You'll be wonderful, and we'll all be thrilled to hear it went well.

Besides, if you drop pasta in your lap and he has to criticize that, he doesn't deserve such a well prepared, considerate dinner date as yourself.

PS: I'm starting to have to do this all over again, myself. It hasn't gotten easier, but at least you know what to expect. Don't you worry about a thing.

[Lone_Star_Dem]

23. You're right.

If he doesn't appreciate a new way to enjoy pasta, he's not worth my time. :)

[seemunkee]

2. have fun

And let us know how it went.

[Lone_Star_Dem]

6. Fun? Right. I almost forgot that's what all this is about.

:P

I'll check in later and let everyone know if I survived the event. :)

[CottonBear]

3. Wow! You are organized and ahead of schedule! Relax!

You'll have a good time. :)

[Lone_Star_Dem]

10. I thought if I took control of the situation I'd be calmer...

Wrong!

Yes, I'll have a good time once I get out of the house. :P

[Rambis]

4. Good luck- that sig line is Great!

:hug:

[Lone_Star_Dem]

11. Thanks on both accounts.

And for the :hug: too. :)

[BlueJazz]

8. I'll pick you up at 7:30 just after I get through with work at the...

horse manure plant.
I'll be the Guy in Jeans and a Filthy T-Shirt. Hope you like Hardee's!

Have a Great Time and All My Best Wishes! :)

[Lone_Star_Dem]

13. OK but I'll meet you at Hardee's

I like to have my own ride, it makes for an easier escape if the aroma gets to be too much! :)

[hickman1937]

9. Just be sure to take a major credit card, a little cash, and no

expectations. I've always found that expectations get in the way of having a good time. And remember, you bring your own good time with you. If the date goes south, you can get out(thats the cash and credit card). Good luck.

[Lone_Star_Dem]

14. Good advice

I've got a credit card, cash and no expectations. Well, no expectations other than some good Italian food. :9

[hickman1937]

28. Murphy's Law also says that if you can get out fast and smooth,

you won't need to.:hi:

[Mrs_Beastman]

12. Have fun!!!

I'm sure you will be fine. The outfit sounds cute.

[latebloomer]

16. So tell us about the guy!

Inquiring minds want to know.

[Lone_Star_Dem]

20. He's a guy I met through a friend a few months ago

He's witty and charming and I decided to ask him out on Monday. It really did seem like a good idea at the time. Now I'm not so sure....

[latebloomer]

39. He sounds cool!!

He's a left-winga, I hope!!

Just be yourself, and definitely, wear the power underwear!!

[Lone_Star_Dem]

17. Can you believe I'm 37 years old and didn't know what to wear?

I should have been paying more attention to what my friends were wearing on first dates over the years. I almost called for backup but decided to wing it. Better to be me from the beginning I thought. :)

[Blue-Jay]

15. Are you wearing your "good" underwear?

Have a great time, BTW. No worries.

[Lone_Star_Dem]

19. I have my power bra and panties on!

Just for the confidence builder, of course.

[Blue-Jay]

21. Oh, of course!

[iconoclastic cat]

27. Are the panties "power panties," or is it just the bra?

What do power panties entail, if they are, in fact, power panties?

[Lone_Star_Dem]

33. It's that matching set that you paid way too much money for but loved!

For me any panties I pay $25 or more for are in the "power pantie" category. :D

[iconoclastic cat]

36. Ah, so no, uh, "enhancements" included?

[Lone_Star_Dem]

38. LOL!

Nope, I'm worried enough about my butt looking big as it is!

I didn't even know they made butt enhancers. You learn something new everyday.

[hfojvt]

24. what is easier?

I cannot ever remember doing that much work for a date. Now I feel like I screwed up somehow. All I did was get clean clothes, shave, and a little Köln. I should have done more.

For me, asking a girl out is like going off a high diving board, a very high board. So I finally get a date, go on it, and have no clue what happens next. So I call up my sister and ask her. She says "ask her out again". So there I am climbing up the 1000 steps to go off the high dive. Sheesh, talk about wanting it to be easier, and I never have reached the point where it was easy. But that is just me. I think it can be as easy as the woman wants to make it, but the girls I dated probably would tell a different story.

[Lone_Star_Dem]

26. I asked him out

I think I know that diving board feeling. He seemed to like being asked out and we had been flirting. I just decided to stick my toe in the waters and check the temperature. Next thing I knew I was standing on the end of that diving board taking the leap. :P

From here on out I'm flying by the seat-of-my-pants.

[GOPisEvil]

25. I'm jealous!

Have a great time. :hi:

[Lone_Star_Dem]

29. Hey, I need practice!

As I am now I'm a bumbling fool at all of this. If you doubt that look at the post above. :P

[GOPisEvil]

31. Well, I think you're doing just fine.

By the way, guys love being asked out. :)

[Lone_Star_Dem]

34. I'm taking notes here..

:)

[GOPisEvil]

35. Yeah, some of us aren't very good at it.

So, initiative is a good thing.

You picked a great night for your date. It's gorgeous out there.

[Lone_Star_Dem]

40. Guys shouldn't have all that pressure

Not that women can handle it any better but it's good to share the grief. :P

[GOPisEvil]

42. Eh...it's really not that big of a deal when you think about it, but...

...it's still not the easiest thing in the world.

Cheers to you for sharing the grief. :toast:

[Lone_Star_Dem]

45. I didn't plan on sharing it

It was just one of those moments when I thought to myself, may as well start now, it's not going to get any easier if you wait. :P

[GOPisEvil]

46. Good for you!

Have fun tonight.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

30. You sound fantastically beautiful! Are you meeting him there?

Since you already know him a little, and have been flirting and talking some, the ice is already broken...I am SURE you'll have a terrific time! Your outfit sounds wonderful...and comfortable too...Looking forward to hearing how it went!

Edit to ask: Which movie are you going to see?

[Lone_Star_Dem]

37. Yes, I'm meeting him at the restaurant

I chose one I knew we both liked to eat at and they have a nice atmosphere. It's within walking distance of the theater, too. Since I wasn't sure what movie he'd want to see I suggested we decide during the meal. I have my list of what's playing and the start times in my bag.

Comfortable was a must on the outfit. I didn't want to be nervous and wearing something I can't live in at the same time. :)

[hickman1937]

32. Not to be nosy, but I am, will you let us know how it goes?

No raw details, just a thumbs up or down. Or raw details if you wish.:P

[latebloomer]

41. I think Lone_Star_Dem has left the building!~!

Report at eleven-- no, tomorrow afternoon!!




on edit, maybe not-- it's only 5:20 in Texas, right?

[Lone_Star_Dem]

44. Yes, It's almost time!

Thank goodness! I'm ready to start this date already. :P

[Lone_Star_Dem]

43. I plan on posting an update

After everyone calming me down it's the least I can do.

No promises on if it's going to be an interesting update or not, though. :)

[hickman1937]

47. Ya but will you share this with your date?

He gets his *ahem* performance rated by 70 thousand DUers? That should keep him on his toes.

[Lone_Star_Dem]

49. Wow! Now that would be stressful.

I bet he's stressed out enough over what I'm going to say to our mutual friend about the date, no reason to push the poor guy over the edge. I may want to go back out with him again someday.

[Lannes]

48. Dont put too much pressure on yourself

and have fun!

[Lone_Star_Dem]

50. My mantra is; Relax and enjoy, relax and enjoy, relax and enjoy.

So long as I don't accidentally say it out loud during dinner I think I'll be fine. :)

[JimmyJazz]

51. Relax! You are wonderful and gorgeous (inside and out)

:hug: Now go out and have a terrific time :hi:

[Lone_Star_Dem]

52. Thanks sweetie!

I'm going to go freshen up my lipstick and then I'm hitting the road.

Life is one big adventure and I'm off to partake of it. :hug:

[hickman1937]

53. Just remember, "Life is a banquet, and most suckers are starving

to death." Auntie Mame.

[latebloomer]

54. I love that quote!!

It's "most poor suckers", I think. Shows more compassion.

[hickman1937]

55. You are right(no offence). I misquoted. Roz deserves better. n/t