…right after he kissed me, our eyes locked, he smiled (as did I) and I just knew.
This was something different, the connection was there, and it almost felt magical.
Swoon.
Last night’s date with Doctor Boy was absolutely amazing and I seriously had difficulty sleeping last night because it was that good.
We met up around 4 (he texted me to see what kind of Starbucks coffee I’d like – scoring major points, how thoughtful, right?) at my house, and then went into Boston for the afternoon/evening. Conversation struck immediately, and we walked around the city, starting in Boston Common, into Fanueil Hall, and eventually to dinner there, followed by a walk over to a local wine bar that was so good! He’s very attentive, and I don’t know what it is about the light touch to the back, or the shoulder, and then holding hands, but the chemistry was there, it was palpable. We came back to my house (he was dropping me off, I invited him in, but what I noticed was that he didn’t just assume he could come in, which I liked, he sort of waited for the invite. Gentlemanly?) and of course, that’s where the sparks took off.
And while I won’t go into major detail here – puppies and kittens, remember? – we did kiss…a lot…on and off between chatting and talking about getting together again. The look in his eyes, though, was what got me most, they were sparkling and happy and seemed to mirror exactly how I was feeling.
This was different. This was more. This has potential for the future.
He asked me if I was dating anyone else, and I told him no (neither is he), and he acknowledged that while it’s only been two dates, he’d like to date exclusively (whatever that means, right?), because he sees a future here. As do I…of course I do as well. I just have a feeling this is going somewhere.
He’s making me dinner on Tuesday night. Nobody has ever really made me dinner before. (He was shocked by that). I can’t wait.
He’s coming to the bar crawl my friends and I are doing – this is pretty huge…my closest friends will be there. I’m excited.
…and he even asked me if I would meet him in Aruba after wine country (he leaves the day I come home). Wow. I’m actually considering it…if I can make it happen.
It’s that moment when you just know. It’s real. Pinch me.
Swoon.
September 13, 2010 at 6:01 am
I have GOOSEBUMPS for you! Wow!!!!
I know that feeling that you mentioned…of just KNOWING. I felt that with CBG so many times during our first date. I knew that even if he wasn’t going to be in my life forever, that he was going to play a significant role in it.
I’m so happy for you!!!! š
September 13, 2010 at 8:54 am
Aww!! Goosbumps – yeah, me too š I just KNOW that this is right, and that feels so much better than I ever thought possible!
September 13, 2010 at 6:15 am
OOOMMMGGG!! Woooo. I’m so happy, I’m speechless! Can’t wait to meet him ; )
September 13, 2010 at 8:54 am
LOL! aww Ames, you are the cutest. I have such a grin on my face, I look like a goofball, I’m sure. I can’t wait for you to meet him too! Come visit! š
September 13, 2010 at 7:24 am
YAY!!!!!!!!!! I am so happy for you. Completely know the feeling of swoon and palpable chemistry. Cannot wait to hear more stories about you and “doctor boy”. Go to Aruba:)
September 13, 2010 at 8:55 am
Thank you!! (are you a blog lurker?! love the comment, thank you!) – I am so tempted on Aruba…we’ll see!
September 13, 2010 at 9:48 am
ok so I have been lurking, I stumbled across your blog some months ago and I keep reading because I see so many parallels to my own life.
September 13, 2010 at 7:43 am
I am sooooo happy for you. You deserve this. Big hugs!
September 13, 2010 at 8:55 am
thank you friend! XO!
September 13, 2010 at 8:27 am
You, my dear, are truly at *that* moment in your life… the new beginning moment … the “everything happens for a reason and I think THIS is the reason” moment… the “Wow, I’ve really gone through alot and think I deserve something great… and here IT is!!!!” moment… and I couldn’t be happier for you! You’re a strong, driven, accomplished lady… you deserve this! Continuing to send positive, successful vibes your way š xo
September 13, 2010 at 8:55 am
Aww Denyse, you are so sweet and SO DAMN RIGHT! I am so breathing it all in right now and am having trouble concentrating on anything else at the moment!
September 13, 2010 at 8:51 am
You have no idea how happy I am to read this post! Jump in feet first and enjoy it! š More later, I’m late for work!
September 13, 2010 at 8:56 am
aww you are so cute!!! I was going to IM you last night but was so tired at that point š XO! Let’s chat today!
September 13, 2010 at 12:29 pm
I’m here, where are yoooou?!! lol
September 13, 2010 at 9:07 am
Wow, that’s awesome!
I’m still trying to figure out how you involve puppies and kittens in your make-out session, but other than that, this all sounds very positive. š
I’ve noticed that with previous dates, you go out and maybe get positive vibes, but then you say you might see him again in a week or two. With DocBoy, you had two dates in less than a week and have already planned a third. This indicates to me that there’s definitely something different about this one.
I’m vicariously swooning for you!
September 13, 2010 at 9:47 am
AND she’s going out with him AGAIN tomorrow…that’s 3 dates in less than a week!
September 13, 2010 at 10:25 am
Nice peanut gallery comment Ames, but yes, you are indeed correct. I AM seeing him again tomorrow, and that’s some kind of record, right? Snark, there is definitely soemthing different and it feels right and exciting and swoonworthy. I am going in eyes wide open, of course, but ready, for whatever it leads to.
September 13, 2010 at 9:18 am
When do I get to meet this guy, I like him already! I am so happy he makes you happy! He sounds awesome!!!!!
This post literally made me grin from ear to ear š
x0x0x0x0 sis!
September 13, 2010 at 10:25 am
aw, sis you are so cute! I am glad you approve, initially, already š And I am grinning ear to ear too, what a coincidence š XO!!
September 13, 2010 at 9:21 am
This sounds like the post I wrote after my second date with Joel, some people you just know are going to mean something big in your life. I’m so excited for you and reading this has renewed my faith in finding love, it’ll happen eventually, I’m so happy it’s finally your turn š
September 13, 2010 at 10:26 am
Thank you so much!! It is giving me renewed faith as well, obviously, and I hope it really is my turn too š
September 13, 2010 at 9:38 am
Fabulous! I hope you can make Aruba work!
September 13, 2010 at 10:26 am
thank you Emma! I hope so too, though am not yet sure if it will!
September 13, 2010 at 9:51 am
I am so psyched for you! It sounds really freakin’ awesome!! I love the beginning of new romances…they’re beautiful…good luck and yes, it’s real!!
September 13, 2010 at 10:27 am
Thank you so much!! I love the excitement, it’s totally making me MORE excited š It does feel beautiful….already.
September 13, 2010 at 10:46 am
Yay!!!! He sounds like a sweetheart! So happy for you!
September 13, 2010 at 11:16 am
thank you so much!! He really is a sweetheart so far….feels a little like cloud 9!
September 13, 2010 at 11:51 am
I’m late to this blog comment train – but you already got an earful from me in the car, over BBIM, etc. I am SWOOONING for you!! I seriously cannot wait to meet him – you sure he’s ready to be bombarded?? š
September 13, 2010 at 11:59 am
thanks sis š I’m not sure if he’s ready for that yet – or if I am – but will be issuing plenty of warnings š
September 13, 2010 at 11:54 am
You sound super happy and this is the best feeling – almost feels like walking on air!
Enjoy!
September 13, 2010 at 12:00 pm
Thank you so much! It DOES feel like walking on air, just a bit…
September 13, 2010 at 1:55 pm
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Wow. Happy for you!
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September 13, 2010 at 3:56 pm
!!! is right š XO!
September 13, 2010 at 4:21 pm
A little late to the party here but after catching up on a few posts I have to say… WOW!
Congrats on the new digs. Looks perfect!
And hooray for Doctor Boy!
I remember these feelings with Rascal and it scared the living daylights outta me!! He even admitted that he loved me (in a friends kinda way) on our second phone call. He has always seemed so sure and I’ve been scared. The certainty of it took my breath away.
Go with it, Jolene. Enjoy the ride. Remember to breathe in there too. Slow down and appreciate every single moment.
The most difficult part for me was allowing myself to know that I was worth the certainty of this kind of love. Know it. Feel it.
Allow it.
GIANT HUGS!
September 13, 2010 at 4:26 pm
Aww…thank you T! It’s a huge WOW for me too, and I haven’t had a moment today, or the last few days where I haven’t been thinking about it – and him – nonstop. I don’t think I’ve ever felt more sure about something and it feels so right and so good, and so YES, this is really happening. Still taking it day by day, of course, but I feel blessed, and it feels as though this is what is meant to happen. Allowing…XO!
September 13, 2010 at 4:37 pm
righteous. swoon, indeed! so happy for you. š
September 13, 2010 at 7:30 pm
thank you! righteous! I love it!
September 13, 2010 at 6:04 pm
Oh my gosh….words cannot EXPLAIN how excited I am for you!!! I am SO happy you have found someone who is such a great fit – someone you can see a future with. I am a FIRM firm believer that you can usually tell off the bat if things will work out. Not “love at first sight” per se, but just that feeling – that connection – you have that puts butterflies in your stomach and gives you HOPE! I haven’t had this in, well, awhile – but reading this gives me hope that one day I will! Keep us posted! (Obviously). š
September 13, 2010 at 7:32 pm
awww!! Holly, you are so sweet, I can TOTALLY feel the excitement through your comment š I know, it’s been a LONG time for me as well, two years since I’ve been on my own, and well, 10 years since I’ve felt that for anyone else…anything close to it anyway. Hope, yes, have it, it’ll happen for you as well, you are awesome! (and wow, I sound like I am counting my chickens before they hatch, but I’m not, I’m just excited š )
September 13, 2010 at 9:12 pm
Your post made me smile š
September 14, 2010 at 8:16 am
Aww, glad! Makes me smile too š
September 14, 2010 at 2:17 am
See? See? You don’t settle. You don’t keep dating someone because, well, there’s nothing better around. Rather, you keep room available for something better in your life. And then… here you are! Awesome!
And I’m with Holly: it gives me hope, my friend. I want that, too. Swoonage.
Exxxcellent!
September 14, 2010 at 8:17 am
Thanks my friend! you are right – it’s worth holding out until the right one comes along…so far, this one seems pretty right, but of course, time will tell. I am hoping for it for you and Holly as well. I have faith!!
September 14, 2010 at 2:49 pm
Woohoo!!! I love those initial sparks. They are soooo intense. Yay for what appears to be a really great guy. Have fun tonight. š
September 14, 2010 at 4:47 pm
Thanks Tina! I’m looking forward to tonight too!
September 14, 2010 at 4:37 pm
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!
I’ve obviously been too preoccupied with MYSELF to read blogs! but how could i have missed this!!!
holy freakin farts! I expect way more details. and if you’re even doubting about going to Aruba–do it for the blog! we’re counting on you!
September 14, 2010 at 4:48 pm
Aww Erika, you’re so cute! Yeah, I guess I lot can happen in a week or two huh? Don’t worry, I’ll share more details soon š xo!
September 14, 2010 at 5:44 pm
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September 14, 2010 at 8:49 pm
So cool. I’m happy for you. My part time boyfriend and I had and have the same chemistry. It was instant when we met and I love it. We still have it after a year of dating. My stomach still flutters when I think about dates we’ve had. Neither of us want to get married right now or make things harder on our kids right now by involving each other in their lives. So it remains just the two of us for Noe. But I hsve a sneaky suspicion that this is going to last a while. Yay for you!
September 15, 2010 at 7:13 am
Thank you so much!! You’re right, it is the flutters and little things that are such good signs! Especially when equally reciprocated! I’m just breathing it in. š
September 17, 2010 at 9:16 pm
Yay! Yay! Yay! So excited for you! Can’t wait to read more…and more!
September 18, 2010 at 9:16 am
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