Mr. September Date Two....The Twilight Zone!!!!!

Ok, so, we met again at P.F. Chang's in Columbia since he was in the mood for it again. He also mentioned that we could go to the movies afterward and I went with the idea even though I knew I wasn't going to go to the movies. First, if you know me, I prefer to go to the movies solo. Plus, kind of silly to go to the movies on a date since you can't talk or get to know someone for 2 hours while you're in there! Movie dates are for established couples/relationships, not for dating. The first date, he paid and said "How about I pay this time and you can pay next date". Well, if he was SMART (pay attention single guys) he would have offered to pay this time too! He would have earned some brownie points! He's trying to "catch" me, not the other way around! So anyway, we ate and then went for a walk around the mall. It was like Groundhog's Day! EXCEPT, this time, he kept saying things that seemed like he was scoping out presents for Christmas. There were some boots I saw and liked but I told him I wasn't paying the price. He said he would chip in 20 bucks towards them (WHY DIDN'T HE PAY FOR LUNCH DATE?) and I declined. I just thought that was too forward for date number two. He also kept making comments about taking me different places and traveling here and there which is fine and all. I mean I wouldn't mind someone to do things with and travel with but he seemed like he was already naming our children and Golden Retriever! He also has an annoying laugh. I know, I know... sounds petty...well think Janice from Friends but a little deeper due to it being a male laugh. That's it! He also talks NON STOP, to anyone within ear shot and makes stupid "jokes" that aren't that funny...more annoying. He's like one of those old guys that make jokes to try to fit in with younger people but yet, it just comes across as trying too hard. I looked past these last few qualities on date one as to not be labeled petty, or any other name by anyone reading these blogs. However, I'm not sure I can deal with it on a long term basis. He also asked if he could "friend me" on FB. I didn't want to tell him that I might be bashing him later today and he might cry himself to sleep once he read it, so I told a white lie and said that I only add friends if we are friends and nothing more. I don't add my "dates".  He said he understood and he just wanted to add me to show that he isn't hiding anything... well, you can hide a lot on FB! Public Records on the other hand.... been there, checked that!

Twilight Zone Time
When I got home, he texted me to tell me he was home and I told him that at the moment I was just feeling the friend vibe but that's not to say that things won't develop to more over time. He responded with some whoa is me crap and I quote: "Oh, friend vibe huh... I get that a lot... and it is very frustrating for me... makes me not wanna be nice cuz I always finish last...I'm not saying that mainly directed at u, I just get sick of hearing that... it's cool tho. Going out...I ttyl...thanks for a fun day. And I'm not mad hun.  I just get frustrated cuz being nice and gentlemanly, equals friends these days...it used to mean someone is into u cuz he respects u and doesn't want to stick his tounge down ur throat and hand down ur pants on the first date...trying to figure out what these sparks are everyone is talking about ...anyways, just wanted to explain why I'm feeling the way I am...every time I think someone likes me, I hear that friend shit...now I did see that ur open to it possibly being more and I'm thankful for that...I will be back in a while. TTYL."

So to that, I responded with: " A relationship doesn't happen overnight.  You seem to want it to magically happen and rush into it or force it instead of letting things progress.  I was turned off by all the "presents talk" and xmas gifts and offering to pay for part of shoes.  I mean two dates and you're talking presents for holidays... Just a bit much for me so I figured I would let you know where my head's at because I know yours is somewhere else and didn't want to lead you on.  Like I said, relationships can't be forced and don't happen overnight.  I enjoy your company. Just willing to see where it goes gradually. "

And to that he responds with: " No and I'm cool with that but what u don't know about me, is I would buy anyone gifts. (THEN WHY DIDN'T YOU PAY FOR LUNCH, FOOL????).  It's just who I am... I like to make people smile and don't expect things in return... u thought it was me rushing u, when it turns out it's just who I am and when I like and am attracted to someone, I wanna make her happy.  Instead I made u uncomfortable... u have totally misunderstood me cuz u thought u know what goes on in my head...well ya didn't but that's why i'm telling you now....i'm sorry I offended u and u took it the wrong way."

WHAT??? Where do I go from here? I told him to have fun doing whatever it is he's doing. He said " I'm just taking a walk by the creek downtown.  Just some thinking time that's all... I still like u, u just deserved an explanation cuz I felt u totally don't get who I am...no one seems to...be gone just a bit. TTYL."  He claims to know me after two dates! He says, even on date one, things like  "Oh, I know you would like such and such movie." or "Oh, you would love Frederick. It's quiet and peaceful." Clearly he doesn't know me because I'm much more into urban areas. Hell,  NYC is my favorite place ever!  Frederick is nice to visit, but I don't think I could live there! So he doesn't know me but he gets his panties in a wad when I don't get him? Hmmm...... I think I might have to move on!

Apparently, he bought me a gallon of honey from his friend that owns a bee farm.  I told him on date one that I like honey or something came up about me eating honey and he mentioned that his friend has a bee farm and sells his honey.  Well today he told me he bought me a gallon and it cost him 35 bucks. (THANKS FOR THROWING IN THE PRICE, KEEP IT CLASSY!).  He just has to pick it up. Part of me wants to keep him around until I get this honey gallon! :) I guess we shall see what happens.... I hope there's no bridges on this walk that he's taking downtown! :/ I guess I'm just that awesome and lovable! (Modest too!)