It’s really common for people to be set up by friends, but
my first match making attempt came from a sister! – This sister I will note is
the type of girl we all hope to be our sister-in-law. She is passionate, caring and a load of fun.
I met the sister
through her work, she witnessed me stumble down a hill wearing 3 inch stilettos,
in a dress, holding a chilled beverage in one hand and my bridesmaid bouquet in
the other. Now I hope that you’re all
picturing me tumble down this hill, hair and flowers flying everywhere. However
this wasn’t the case I simply just fell straight onto my knees, letting the
gravel break my fall, I managed to keep my hair intact, the flowers unharmed
and more importantly, not a drop of beverage was wasted!!! – I like to think it
was my poise during this event that made her think I was a fun girl, and worth
a further inspection.
A few months passed and the sister inquired about my
personal life, and then later asked if I would be up for meeting her brother.
It was January, and my new resolution was just freshly made so I threw out my
hesitation and agreed.
We met originally via Facebook and managed to message back
and forth for a few weeks before timing allowed us to actually meet. (Keep in mind, FB lets people know everything
without needing to ask, so it’s a double edge sword use it carefully.)
Thankfully in this case, we actually got to ask each other questions and got to
cover the basics before meeting in person.
Now, I will be the one to admit I was extremely nervous to
meet match #1. He had already made me laugh and smile so much before meeting I
was terrified I would get there and he would be let down, or Id get there and
his personality wouldn’t be as fun and the whole thing would have been ruined.
I knew what
he looked like and was excited to finally hear his voice.
In case you’re
wondering - dark hair, light eyes – but not blue, and a great smile, with good
teeth.
(Insert your
own laughter here at my odd obsession)
When we
finally met I’ll be honest I was totally shocked he was more handsome in
person, and I was worried about the first impression I made.
Now on to
the date…
Match #1 –
whom I often refer to as my TV date, did a phenomenal job, I’ve never had a boy
actually put effort into a date like this! – This date took place in February,
and if you know Alberta in February you know the weather often determines most
things.
On the way
to meet him, a small blizzard decided to happen so that probably added to my
nervousness, driving into the country to meet a total stranger when I couldn’t
even see the lines on the highway – really smart, doesn’t that sound like a
good horror film plot…
So, our date
saw us head out for supper, (about an hour of driving to talk) which was great
we had already talked for so long, it was like catching up with an old friend. The
whole thing was very comfortable, and while it continued to snow and blow, we
drove back to his place and he asked me to grab my skates…
It’s important that I fill you in on 2 things
1- I’m not a great skater. 2- I HATE being cold and cringed at the thought of
skating outside in the cold. Yes I’m a tough farm girl, who enjoys the great
outdoors, but I loathe getting cold. (Remember I sleep in wool socks). So when
the boy asked me to grab my skates from the car after supper, I threw on all
the layers I had packed, touque (thankfully I’m one of those girls that look
cute in a touque) and mitts with an additional sweater. When he returned
carrying his skates and a bag- which was rattling, he laughed at me….
He laughed
because he had gotten the arena manager to leave the back door open so we could
skate inside. (This is when you and I both go AWWWW)
So, we laced
up our skates, and when we were headed out to the ice he pulled out the
rattling bag two mason jars with ice!! Now this boy came prepared, Rye and Gingerale
(my favorite) and Coke… he clearly had put thought into this whole date.
Now the best
part, he pulled out a flashlight so we could skate with a flashlight instead of
turning on the lights above the ice.
Cute right,
like really cute!
After a few
minutes of skating, I just turned and looked at the empty arena, and this boy
who was sweet, and took the time to put in effort on a date and asked myself…
is this a real date or are their camera crews lurking somewhere because it felt
like I should have been on TV.
I’ve never
had anyone take the time to think of such a fun and unique date before and
honestly felt special. – now he might use the same date for every girl he meets
but regardless I thought this was amazing and it now holds the title as the
best date, and best first date ever in my books.
If you know
me personally, you know that I still have that little smirk on my face while I remember
this and share it with you.
Now, due to
the weather the date lasted two days – VERY important to note, that there was
NO horizontal mambo happening between us! He is an extremely handsome man and I
will admit that the kissing wasn’t half bad either.
We had
breakfast and lunch (which included meeting his best friend – still not sure
how to take that) and went our separate ways.
After a date
like that there wasn’t a doubt in my mind that I wanted to spend more time with
him. Work and life events got in the way, so I’m left wondering, but not
waiting. I’m not waiting because I learned
something it often takes us girls a while to learn. If a boy is interested he
will make time, its that simple.
So my
Sweets, there was Match # 1. The door isn’t closed for this boy; he might just
have to wait his turn in line now.
Tomorrow is
match # 2 and # 3 because I’m dying to tell you about my Monday night date! Eeek!!
I’m off to
pack for my Vacay
xoxo
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