slubberdegullion Posted November 5, 2005 Posted November 5, 2005 Recently I was in a local video store returning some DVDs and wandering somewhat aimlessly through the aisles, when I saw her. I was agog. She was one of the most beautiful women I had ever seen. Early 20's, I guessed (not surprising, as there are a couple of universities close by), blonde hair, green eyes, svelte shape, perusing the import section of the store. After retrieving my lower mandible off the floor, I approached her. "Hi there." "Uh, hi." "Have you found what you're looking for?" "Oh," she said, "I'm not looking for anything in particular. Just looking for something different to watch tonight." "Well, are you in the mood for comedy, or drama, or romance?" "I'm not sure, really. I don't do horror though." "Don't blame you," I said, "the hacker slasher rip-em-up chainsaw flick genre is pretty much tapped out." Almost without thinking, these words spilled out: "You know, I've literally been around the world and met thousands of people. I hope this doesn't make you uncomfortable, but you are about the prettiest young woman I have ever seen." She blushed and looked at the floor, digging her toe into the carpet. "Why, uh, thank you." Some small talk followed. And you can use your imagination on what she and I were doing less than two hours later. My point: nothing ventured = nothing gained. What's your experience been approaching, or being approached by, a total stranger?
Art_Critic Posted November 5, 2005 Posted November 5, 2005 Slub.. Your right nothing venture nothing gained.. She thought you worked there in the begining ... Smooth
Author slubberdegullion Posted November 5, 2005 Author Posted November 5, 2005 OMG!!! That was you?!?! You left your panties behind, by the way.
AlmostMarried77 Posted November 5, 2005 Posted November 5, 2005 Good work, damn good work Thats one thing i never got round to getting the balls to do. You seeing her again?
NewLee40 Posted November 5, 2005 Posted November 5, 2005 This is interesting to me on many levels. I had an experience the other day when I was pumping gas and there was a guy that was definitely giving me the eye. Every time I looked up, he was staring at me. I gave him a polite smile, but didn't know what to do beyond that. After paying and heading back to my car, he was in his truck and gave me a little wave. I was so taken aback, that I let out a little laugh, but it was a friendly laugh and a smile. He drove away, I drove away. I thought he was cute and would have probably given him my number if he'd approached me. But, I was too shy to go over and talk to him. Plus, I feared if I walked over and gave him my card, he'd think I was easy. If I'd been the girl you approached, I would have probably been happy to go out with you, but I wouldn't have ended up doing what you were apparently doing just a few hours later. Not that I have anything against that, I'm just not interested in going there with a virtual stranger for myself. How do I respond to a stranger's attention without giving him the complete wrong idea?
933KJL Posted November 5, 2005 Posted November 5, 2005 This is interesting to me on many levels. I had an experience the other day when I was pumping gas and there was a guy that was definitely giving me the eye. Every time I looked up, he was staring at me. I gave him a polite smile, but didn't know what to do beyond that. After paying and heading back to my car, he was in his truck and gave me a little wave. I was so taken aback, that I let out a little laugh, but it was a friendly laugh and a smile. He drove away, I drove away. I thought he was cute and would have probably given him my number if he'd approached me. But, I was too shy to go over and talk to him. Plus, I feared if I walked over and gave him my card, he'd think I was easy. If I'd been the girl you approached, I would have probably been happy to go out with you, but I wouldn't have ended up doing what you were apparently doing just a few hours later. Not that I have anything against that, I'm just not interested in going there with a virtual stranger for myself. How do I respond to a stranger's attention without giving him the complete wrong idea? Post it to craigs list under missed connections and see if he responds
smile95 Posted November 5, 2005 Posted November 5, 2005 I do not believe this post.....sorry. Was she a hooker or something? Or do you look like Brad Pitt? What kind of woman would go home and sleep with a stranger from the video store?????? Just does not seem like a legit story. Some small talk followed. And you can use your imagination on what she and I were doing less than two hours later. Sitting at home getting off alone?
933KJL Posted November 5, 2005 Posted November 5, 2005 I disagree. Maybe it is not somethign that you would normally do, or most of us for that matter, but we all do uncharacteristic things in the heat of the moment. Slubber has never come across as a BSer, so I am still with him on this and will reiterate: YOU DA MAN!
kitten chick Posted November 5, 2005 Posted November 5, 2005 What kind of woman would go home and sleep with a stranger from the video store?????? Someone who really wanted to get laid that night.
Author slubberdegullion Posted November 5, 2005 Author Posted November 5, 2005 Beth5201: I may be many things. I may be an a**h***, I may be an arrogant s.o.b., and on occasion I may even be a nice guy. But I am not a liar. I must admit that I originally took offence at your assumption, but you are certainly free to choose what you do or do not believe, and I support that freedom. No harm done.
smile95 Posted November 5, 2005 Posted November 5, 2005 I did not mean to offend you. I guess I just found it hard to beleive. But stranger things have happened. More power to you! Did you get her #? Do you still talk? Maybe I just lead a sheltered life....sorry.
Outcast Posted November 5, 2005 Posted November 5, 2005 He seems to be both smart and witty; a combination not found all that often. I don't support anyone sleeping with strangers - neither of you knows or can know whether you've just taken up with a stalker/wierdo (because stalker/wierdos usually seem perfectly normal and fine initially) however people who are unwisely (IMHO) incautious do it all the time.
Neptune Posted November 5, 2005 Posted November 5, 2005 It definitely happens.....but not to me. Just don`t have that type of charisma. I would venture to say only about 5% of guys could pull it off with a very attractive woman.
Author slubberdegullion Posted November 6, 2005 Author Posted November 6, 2005 Outcast: Thanks for the compliments. I sincerely appreciate them. Beth: No offence taken. I know it may be hard to believe, but like Neptune says, these things happen on occasion. Not everyday (at least not to me!). Neptune: I don't think it's charisma. I think it may have to do with a level of confidence. I'm a big believer in the truism that life rewards action, so if you want something, go after it. Did I think that this girl and I would end up the way we did? My rational mind said no, but my emotional mind (and my little head!) said that there was no loss in attempting contact. Whether she and I get together again remains to be seen. If so, great. If not, that's ok too.
Neptune Posted November 6, 2005 Posted November 6, 2005 slubberdegullion I believe the term confidence is too general to convey any real explanation. Having been Mr lonely for a long time, which means plenty of time to think things over, here is my opinion: After all, it does seem that those who do can`t teach, and those who cannot do become teachers. Sorry I can`t quote this one precisely but hope you get the point. I observe the common characteristics in men who seem to score hot and heavy with gals is.....quick wit, having a quick mind and an almost clarvouyant sense of reading another person`s thoughts. They are good listeners, not just with ears but every clue a person can send. And women send almost all important clues non verbally. Most guys fail to truly listen but it also takes a comprehensive range of experience to really handle women. Thus, those who excel almost always did pretty good from an early age.
Yamaha Posted November 7, 2005 Posted November 7, 2005 I observe the common characteristics in men who seem to score hot and heavy with gals is.....quick wit, having a quick mind and an almost clairvoyant sense of reading another person`s thoughts. They are good listeners, not just with ears but every clue a person can send. And women send almost all important clues non verbally. This statement describes a player. They're goal is to score so they fine tune their craft to achieve that end. Most men do not work so hard to get with so many women. To each their own. He does not seem to care wither they get together again or not so what was the real achievement?
mini696 Posted November 7, 2005 Posted November 7, 2005 This is interesting to me on many levels. I had an experience the other day when I was pumping gas and there was a guy that was definitely giving me the eye. Every time I looked up, he was staring at me. I gave him a polite smile, but didn't know what to do beyond that. After paying and heading back to my car, he was in his truck and gave me a little wave. I was so taken aback, that I let out a little laugh, but it was a friendly laugh and a smile. He drove away, I drove away. I thought he was cute and would have probably given him my number if he'd approached me. But, I was too shy to go over and talk to him. Plus, I feared if I walked over and gave him my card, he'd think I was easy. If I'd been the girl you approached, I would have probably been happy to go out with you, but I wouldn't have ended up doing what you were apparently doing just a few hours later. Not that I have anything against that, I'm just not interested in going there with a virtual stranger for myself. How do I respond to a stranger's attention without giving him the complete wrong idea? Well if this guy had any brains, you would have found his number under your window wiper.
NewLee40 Posted November 11, 2005 Posted November 11, 2005 Thanks Mini...I guess that was a compliment I had a "stranger" experience last night. Had to work late, so stopped off at the local Friday's for dinner and a glass of wine. Sat at the bar, because it seems easier to eat alone there. A guy walks in and snags a table. I notice he's looking at me, so I smile. Next time I look up, he's staring again and then waves me over. What the hell right? So, I go over and we introduce ourselves and have small talk. My dinner arrives and he orders as well. Then he orders me another wine. He's very, very handsome. There was lots of "chemistry" there. He was a businessman on the road, and said there was no reason for us both to eat alone. He took the check and in spite of my protest paid for the dinner and drinks. Then said, "I have a deal for you." Rut roh. He goes on to say that he's been in meetings all day and his back is really tired and sore from all the sitting. Would I be willing to give him a massage? "Where would we do that?" I ask... "Well, my hotel is just down the street - Marriott, Room 428" "Your hotel room?" I exclaim... Seeing that I was a little scared about that prospect, he promises no pressure...just a few beers and it would really help him if I would rub his back. Uh huh. Hmmm...well, perhaps, I say.... So, we part ways and he reiterates his room number. I go to the restroom and then get in my car. I drive straight to the interstate and plan to go home. Then I nearly wreck pulling out of the turn lane and head to the hotel. I get to the hotel and do a u-turn and get back on the interstate. LOL I couldn't do it...too scary. But, dang he was H-O-T-T
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