Short Story: Noticed WSW on bench waiting for bus of Main. Made a pass twice and we connected. She came over, got in, and we were off. I had never met Danielle before but had seen her on M many times. Always wanted to connect but never worked out. Went to a place she had, BBBJ, nice batteries and nice back side view. Very laid back young woman (20's) , and very calm, relaxed, no rushing whatsoever.
Long Story: I had an appointment with Tiffany, my ATF, but she never connected with me that morning. It has happened before and there is usually a good reason for it. So, I decided to take a drive. I had been out for hours yesterday. While many would view being out that long as unsuccessful, I never view it that way. Each time I am out and about, I learn so much about the area, the people, and many other things. In fact, many times I have just parked and watched the going's on of the circuit. You learn so much. I saw Amanda, Eliza, Sady (Sadie?) and many many others. That being said, I again had been out for hours doing the loops and hanging out.
In the early afternoon, I noticed a pretty WSW on Main. I had seen her before but never connected. As stated above, made the pass a few times, and finally connected. Discussed a few things and made each other comfortable. As I'm usually not up that way, I didn't have anywhere to get to know her better. She mentioned she has a place that would be just fine. We went to this place of hers. Now, as soon as I get out of the car, I immediately feel out of place to say the least. There were several people in the street and all just turned towards me. I mean even the mail woman stopped and turned for a second. Nothing new so we proceed. Then, we approach the door and a man opens the door; a very tall and unhappy looking man. I've been in this situation many times, one man, no big deal, that is expected at times. As soon as I get in the door and it shuts behind me, with man in front of it, I noticed quickly that there are 5 other men and 2 women in this location; all looking at me and silent. Not a sound, just eyes going back and forth between me and Danielle. Then, one guys goes off, but not in a crazy way, just frantic thinking I'm the LE. Then that gets the other 4 men in a tizzy and things got a little crazy for about 3 minutes. They were all circling me and things were getting kinda tense for a moment.
Now, in my previous posts, I explained that many of my new friends think or express that they think I'm LE. Danielle agreed. Due to my overall look, speech, stature, and even my clothing or fact that my car is clean and in shape, etc. They all thought the same thing.
One of the women then steps in the circle and says,"your not LE are you?" I said,"I am not" She proceeded,"then come over here and pull out your D". Everyone is looking at me and they go silent. I stated "If I pull out my D, then you better use it (and I smile)". She smiles back and says "this guy aint no LE, leave them alone".
The guys are still on edge and one of them won't drop it, he's so spooked. He said,"you need to prove it man, prove your not LE". Then, giving a head nod to Danielle, I stated,"Only one way to find out man, let me do what I came here to do, then tell me what you think!" He gave me a blank stare and I turned away.
Danielle and I proceeded to a quiet area and enjoyed ourselves. She is very skilled, so much so that it made me forget about what was waiting for me downstairs. Upon the completion of our time together, a brief fight had broke out downstairs, a physical one. I waited with Danielle a minute or two until things calmed down. Then, we went downstairs, I smiled at lady of the house on the couch, smiled at friend who had faith in me not being LE, smiled at gentlemen who flipped out the most. He gave me a head nod and I left the premise.
This could have been a very very ugly situation and I'm very glad it did not go that way.
Danielle is a great girl, one I hope to see again very soon, but never at that location again. I need to step back sometimes and remember where I am and who I'm dealing with. Wouldn't hurt me to review the "rules" posted on this site now and again to refresh myself. Just because you have a title of "Senior" under your screen name, doesn't mean you can't fall prey to naiveness or desperation, etc.
Be careful and stay safe!
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