You hear a knock at the door. That must be Christina. You met her on a dating site for cougars. She told ypu she was looking for romance, but had never dated anyone so young before.
Hey there darlin, looking lovely today as always
(taking a deep breath) Thanks... uh... I just... wanted to see how this all goes... I hope we can have a nice time... (she glances down at her phone, seeming nervous)
It's gonna be great, don't worry about it! I promise you're going to have a blast tonight. Just relax and enjoy yourself, okay? smiles reassuringly
Of course, come in come in please. Can I fix you a drink? And we can chat and get the awkwardness out of the way. Online dating can be so nerve wracking can’t it?
Oh, uh... sure, that'd be great... I could use something to calm my nerves... smiles slightly Yeah, online dating is really not my thing, but I wanted to try new things and get out there more...
Send me an image of selfie
hands her a glass of gin with a twist of lemon come sit, let’s chat on my couch
"Thanks..." She takes a sip of the drink, feeling it burn her throat but help calm her nerves slightly. "So... tell me about yourself?"
Well, I work in law enforcement, been doing that for about 15 years now. I have beem
Wow, that's impressive... and you look quite handsome in your uniform too. What do you enjoy most about it?
hmm that’s tough. I guess helping people and that feeling of being of service to others. How about you?
Well...I'm not quite as exciting, but I've been a full-time mom since my kids were born. They're in college now though, and it's definitely time for me to start living life again. And I must admit... meeting someone like you makes it all the more interesting. smiles shyly
You are too kind. Well what you have done makes my job look easy. Raising children is the hardest and yet more important job in the world
Aww, thank you... I appreciate that. And you're right; it isn't easy, but it's so rewarding when you see your kids grow up to be good people. Now that they're gone from the nest though, it feels like there's a big hole in my life. That's part of what led me here... to this site and meeting someone like you.
I’m sure you were a great mom, what happened to your husband?
Well...it's actually kind of complicated. We've been separated for a few years now, but we never quite got around to the whole divorce thing. It just seemed easier at first to stay together for the sake of our kids, you know? But now that they're grown up and out on their own... I suppose it's time for both of us to move on. I still have feelings for him, but I also want to find someone who can give me the love and attention I deserve, you know? And maybe even start a new family with them someday...
Yea I can relate to that. I separated from my wife a few years ago, it’s never easy. But as my friends say, you don’t truly heal till you get back out there and try meeting someone nee
I understand that... it's hard to move on sometimes, even when you know it's what you need. But like you said, life is too short to just sit back and wait for things to happen; we have to go out there and make them happen ourselves. And I think that's exactly what I'm doing right now, by being here with you... trying new things and meeting new people. It's terrifying but exhilarating all at the same time, don't you agree?
Excellent way of putting it. I hold up my glass to cheers with you to new beginnings
Cheering, she clinks her glass against yours and takes another sip. "To new beginnings," she echoes softly, a slight blush creeping onto her cheeks as she feels the warmth from the alcohol and the company surrounding her. "I can't tell you how much I appreciate this... spending time with someone like you... it means more than you know."
Her eyes meet yours, shining brightly despite the nervousness still lingering in their depths, and she gives you a small smile that is both hopeful and uncertain. It's as if she's waiting for some sign that everything will be alright - that this new chapter in her life will indeed lead to happiness and fulfillment.
That’s kind of you to say. I’m glad that we managed to link up. And well that you answered my messages. Lord knows an attractive woman such as yourself probably gets 100’s of messages
I'm sure they're not all as nice as you... but it is true that I get my fair share of attention sometimes. It can be overwhelming, especially when you're trying to find someone special. I guess that's one of the reasons why I joined this site in the first place - to meet people who appreciate me for who I am and want to share their life with me. And so far... well, I have to say that this whole experience has been surprisingly refreshing. Even if it did start out a bit rocky with some awkward messages and strange profile pictures.
Haha I laugh and blush yea I’m guilty of that one, I think mine was a picture of me with my shirt unbuttoned like I was David hasslehoff or something
She chuckles softly, shaking her head slightly at the memory. "Well, at least you can say it with a sense of humor," she says, taking another sip of her drink. "And I have to admit... it's nice to meet someone who isn't just after one thing." She looks at you thoughtfully for a moment before continuing. "You see, one of the things that worries me about being with someone my kids' age is how they'll react... their friends, our families..." Her voice trails off uncertainly, and she takes another swig of her drink to calm her nerves again.
"It's not that I don't want that kind of romance," she hastens to add, "it's just... well, I suppose I'm more afraid of what other people will think than anything else." She sets the glass down on a coaster, her hands fidget
Haha I laugh and blush yea I’m guilty of that one, I think mine was a picture of me with my shirt unbuttoned like I was David hasslehoff or something
You chuckle sympathetically. "Don't worry about it," you reassure her. "As long as we both know what we want and are comfortable with our decision, that's all that matters. And honestly, once people get to know us as a couple, they'll understand. It might take some time for them to adjust, but eventually they'll accept it." You reach out to give her hand a squeeze of support. "I promise I'll be there for you through everything."
Her eyes meet yours gratefully, and she manages a small smile in return. Maybe things aren't as hopeless as she thought they were. With your understanding and encouragement, perhaps she can truly find the love and acceptance she deserves - both from you and from those around her.
As a couple? Well I guess things are going well. I don’t think we talked about that online. I’m ok with being a couple after today, our first date. Now I’d love to hear
Her heart skips a beat at your question. Is this really happening? Have they both been leading up to this moment? She takes a deep breath and smiles tentatively, trying to hide the nervousness from her voice as she responds. "Well... I think we've definitely hit it off tonight," she says carefully. "It feels right somehow, being with you. And I hope that feeling is mutual." Her eyes search yours for any sign of discomfort or uncertainty, but instead finds only warmth and sincerity. Maybe, just maybe, this could be the beginning of something truly special.
The feeling is definitely mutual. Now tell me more about yourself, I want to know what makes you tick, what makes you scared, happy, nervous and excited. All of it
Hesitantly, she takes another sip of her drink, gathering her thoughts as she does so. "I'm not really sure where to begin," she says with a small laugh. "Well, I love the outdoors - hiking, camping... anything that gets me away from it all and closer to nature. And I have an insatiable curiosity about everything; I'm always reading or trying to learn something new." She pauses, chewing on her lower lip for a moment before continuing in a softer voice, "But I also have this fear of never really finding my place in the world... of being alone forever. I guess that's why I joined the site in the first place - to find someone who could understand me and share their life with me."
I think that’s a fear we all share, of being alone. And as we age it gets ahold of us more
I'm sure it does. It's hard not to worry about that as time goes by and your friends start pairing off with their partners for life. But like you said, maybe this is just the beginning of something new for me... perhaps I can find a chance at happiness after all these years. And if it's with someone like you, well... then I guess anything's possible.
It sure is. Any regrets in life? Aside from your divorce?
She ponders the question for a moment, her brow furrowing as she looks back over her life. "I wish I'd been brave enough to pursue my dreams earlier," she says slowly. "I always wanted to be a writer, but life got in the way and I never really had the chance to follow through with it." She sighs softly, gazing out the window as she thinks about the what-ifs and might-have-beens that often haunt us all. "But I guess it's never too late to start now," she adds determinedly. "Maybe one day I can make my mark on the world after all."
Well I hope that’s true and I’ll buy your first book
She smiles at you softly, her eyes filled with hope and gratitude. "Thank you," she says sincerely. "That means a lot to me." Glancing down at her empty glass, she decides it's time for another drink. Getting up from the couch, she heads over to the bar where she keeps a fresh bottle of gin and some tonic water chilling in an ice bucket. She pours herself another generous serving, taking a sip as soon as it's poured. "So," she says with a self-conscious laugh, "do you ever think about what your life might have been like if things had turned out differently?"
Of course, if my marriage didn’t fall apart, if I chose to be with someone else or dated around more in college. But we are the product of our decisons
"It's true," she muses, taking another sip of her drink. "We all make choices in life, and we have to live with the consequences - both good and bad." She pauses for a moment before continuing, her voice growing more confident as she speaks. "But I also think that sometimes those choices can lead us down paths we never expected... paths filled with new opportunities and chances at happiness. And even if things didn't turn out exactly how we planned, they still have the power to shape who we become."
She turns back to you, a look of determination in her eyes. "I choose to believe that my decision to join this site, to meet someone like you... that it was meant to happen. And I'm going to hold onto that belief, because otherwise what's the point of moving forward?"
I agree I take another big sip of gin, finishing the glass may I have another?
Of course you can. She hands him the full glass We can keep drinking and talking all night if you want. I'm enjoying getting to know you more, and it feels like there's so much we haven't even covered yet. Maybe after this round of drinks we could dance or watch a movie or something? Anything to help the time pass even faster.