Patrick: The non-date date

So date number three. (Yes I realize this is my first post. I will catch up the other two later.)

So we met at this little coffee shop on 39th st name The Javanaut. Quaint. Very lovely.

I had already mostly said that we were destined for friendship. I tried to be plain on this but I can't say that I was successful. Regardless, he was there when I arrived but I kind of played dumb and went in and got myself a drink.

I went out to the patio and we exchanged (the most awkward in history of ever) handshake/sorta not handshake. The good news is that the handshake was by far the worst part of the evening.

I had a great time! He was very witty and talked about himself as well as had questions for me. Conversation flowed easily for an hour and a half. I learned that he has dated a Jehovah Witness and a Wiccan. But mostly he was very interesting and kind. I enjoyed myself immensely but just am not physically attracted. I will say that he looks MUCH better than his pictures. He looks normalish :). But he is just much more eccentric than I am. I couldn't see myself with him. I CAN see us as friends.

I wrapped things up at about 9:30. I avoided all physical touch (due to prior handshake horror). He gave me a mixed cd, which I surprisingly enjoy. Overall I give it a 7. The only thing missing for an actual date is the chemistry. (Although I am not certain he is spiritually where I would like for a serious BF, but I would be willing to explore the possibility if all other things were solid.

Sigh. I must say that it was enjoyable. I regret my own lack of eccentricities that prevent a better match. I'm certain he will call again and I will have to make sure he understands the friends only vibe.

All that being said I have another date on Sunday (I think) depending on if we can work my coffee shop and small group schedule around his fantasy football draft! Ridiculous, but true. This date will be with Stephen (Steve). I'm kind of excited. We have been talking a lot. I like him. He is very sweet and into his family. He graduated with a BS in Psych from KU. We will see.

That's all for now! Stay tuned for more (doubtless exciting) adventures!

Megan