[jdubinva]

Hey all, I had what started out as a nice first date with a girl this past weekend BUT I had a little too much to drink and pushed the affection thing, i.e. kissing a little probably too far. Worse, I suggested we venture back to my place (which she initially agreed to but then backed out blaming it on her buzz). We got along great though but she said in one of her emails since that it made her uncomfortable. I'll directly quote it:

"I'm not going to say you offended me but I was not prepared for you moving so fast when we just met. I'm not sure if you remember what I'm talking about but it did make me feel a little uncomfortable. You are a really sweet guy and I hope it was the drinks. It has just taken me a day or two to recover. I'll keep in touch but I really think we need to just be friends right now. I hope you understand.
Elizabeth"

My response was:

"You know, I was a little embarassed the next day and that's why I've beeen, more or less, checking to see if things were OK. I was feeling affectionate and a little emboldened (alright, downright buzzed) by the drinks and I pushed the kissing more than I should have. So, I'm sorry.
I definitely think you are an interesting person and I'm not playing games. If we get together again (which I hope) I think something like a movie or another lowkey activity would be nice. And, despite how things ended that evening I'm glad you still see me for the person I try to be.
Does that sound OK?
John"

We've had brief exchanges since but I'm unsure how to go about this further right now (obviously I'm interested in her).

The last email to her said something along the lines of I hope my email explained myself OK and that I'm planning on skiing this w/e, etc. Her reply was:

"It did make sense and thanks. I've really been busy these past two days. I really just don't feel very good. I think I'm starting to run a fever. I'm going straight to bed tonight. I was going to visit my parents but that is not happening. I might even leave a few mintues early tonight. I hope you have fun this weekend skiing. Talk to you later.
Liz."

What do you make of this? Should I just give her time and leave her alone for awhile?

I really like this girl and think there could be potential. What's the best way to handle it? Write it off due my inconsiderate behavior and move on or be the nice guy that I am and see what happens?

Sorry this was so long.

John