Short Rocco

So this guy and I emailed and chatted online for a number of weeks before we actually met in person. We played phone tag once or twice but never spoke on the telephone.

Finally the time came and we made plans to meet. He suggested a little wine bar in the East village. I can't remember what it was called, sorry. Anyway, I arrive and he is at the bar waiting for me. I was surprised, and I'm not sure if it was a pleasant one or not, but even though he was very cute, he looked as if he literally rolled out of bed and just stumbled upon a wine bar. ( short, looks a bit like Rocco Dispirito, the Chef, great smile, brown hair, brown eyes) Anyway, he definitely didn't look like he was interested in making a impression, or at least a good one.

I overlooked that because after weeks of chatting and him actually still looking cute (nice smile I must emphasize) I was still interested. We ordered a bevvy of different wine options. Oh I forgot to tell you that after a couple of missed telephone connections, he had this idea of us not speaking until we met. He was really excited by that and thought it would be fun..lol So I agreed. He was a real charmer and very funny. I always enjoyed my conversations with him and that evening over wine was no exception. I liked him and definitely wanted to hang out again.

He was really cool, and complimentary that night. Told me I was beautiful. More so than he he thought I was in photos. He looked pretty much like I expected. Needless to say, I wasn't disappointed. So we began to settle up and leave. It was still winter so it was freezing outside. We walk out and this is when I got a little confused. He didnt offer to walk me home nor did he try to kiss me. I figured maybe he was just really shy so we hugged goodnight and went our seperate ways.

We kept in touch but never actually saw eachother again. In fact I asked him why he never called. He said that he was really sorry but had just been really busy. Of course I busted his balls and told him " Everyone is busy. Why are you the exception?" He said, "you're right" I'm going to call. I was like " yea yea whatever, we'll see" Then I told him that if he wasn't interested, then it was fine, no worries. Just let me know and perhaps we could be friends. He reponded adamently about how he was very interested. Whatevs. We still chat now and again, but its been like 5 months and he still hasn't called. I gave up on him ages ago.

Wardrobe: Dark black skinny jeans, Prada suede over the knee boots in black, crazy multicolored long blouse, wrap puffer coat.

Coming up*

Hi COASD readers,

Just wanted to give you a sneak peek of some upcoming posts. Been a little lazy and I'm trying to keep this as updated as possible.

Still to come:

The OTHER Architect
Short Rocco
The Writer
More on The Water guy
The Techie Guy
The overgrown Camper
The Photographer

I'd also like to give you details on how things went down with certain past suitors such as:

The investment Banker
The Jewelry guy

The Korean Singer

So after a few nice telephone exchanges, it was time for us to finally meet. Just from talking to him on the phone I knew I was interested in getting to know him better. He gave GREAT phone..

So we decided to meet at Cafe Mogador which is a place that you would ordinarily find me for brunch on a Saturday, but figured it would be cool to meet there one evening for tea and apertifs. I as per usual was on time and I had to wait. Can I just say how much I distaste waiting for people, especially men. That means that you don't value my time or you just don't plan well. Which ever was the case, I texted him to let him know I was there...i.e. hurry the hell up!

So he gets there, and he was kinda cute. Not hot ( He is asian after not-NO Offense) But was totally sweet and cute. We go inside and get a seat. He and I both order some apertifs and a pot of their amazing morrocan tea. We shared everything and the dinner options were just as lovely as the brunch options for sure.

So we talked about how our days were. I met him on Match.com and so I was curious to find out if he thought I looked the same. He looked the same to me. And he said I did too. I can't really rememeber what all we spoke about at the restaurant but as were leaving he wanted to get ice cream. So we go to the Australian ice cream and candies shop a couple stores down and get some. I wasn't a huge fan of that type of ice cream and wasn't able to finish mine.

So we walked around for a while with our dessert when I told him that I should get going. He offered to give me a ride home, which I was reluctant to do at first, but gave in because I was wearing heels. We walked to his car ( he drove a lexus) and we actually ended up just sitting in there and talking more until he revealed to me that he use to be a singer! I was totally shocked and I don't think I have ever heard an asian person who had the ability to sing well. I was curious naturally so I asked him to sing a little something.

With a bit of hesitation he gave him. He put in a CD of Bryan Mcknight for him to sing along to. It started a little rough but as he progressed into the song, I was really surprised but in a good way. This dude was actually singing and singing quite well! I didnt want him to stop so he sang a couple more notes of some other songs too. His voice is very R&B/soul and he use to not only sing but he wrote and produced his own music along with his younger brother who is also a great singer.

So after singing in the car for almost an HOUR, he drives me home. We hug good night and I went inside my building. All in all, is was a nice date. I don't know if it was a love match per se, but definitely someone to be intrigued by for sure.

Wardrobe: dark blue skinny jeans, black and white striped blouse with victorian collar, grey suede pumps.

The Guido

OK I'm going to try and tell you about the 2 dates we went on in one post. First off, He's called the Guido not because he acts like a Guido, but because, well, that is his last name. Seriously. I couldn't make that up even if I tried.

So on our first meeting, date, whatever, we agree to go to Cocoa Bar in the LES to have coffee. I got there on time, and I was forced to wait like 10 minutes looking like an asshole the whole time in this small place that was totally empty except me and 1 random girl. So he gets there and he is all smiles...Can't remember if he apologized for his tardiness or not, but the conversation struck rather quickly and was a bit more animated that I felt comfortable with.

His arms were flailing all about as he enthusiastically told me stories to which I don't even remember now since this took place months ago. Either way, I remember thinking that all this hand movement was unnecessary and displaced. Other than his distracting antics, he did seem like a nice guy..one who at pushing 40 was still partying it up like a weathered rock star. I was a little thrown back by that and wondered the entire time.." this dude Can NOT be serious." But he was..it was sad really. I mean he wasn't even mildly attractive and his nose took residence on most of his face. So that was that..He walked me to my corner and dropped me off there as if I was picking up the early late night shift on 6th Street and ave B..It was weird.

OK don't ask me why I agreed to go on a 2nd date with him. Ok well I guess I'll indulge. He offered to take me to Rayuela which is a spot I'd heard great things about and wanted to go and get a free dinner. There that's what it was.

So I met him at the restaurant and he told me that he has tried almost everything on the menu. He made some suggestions which were appealing and I of course made some of my own. By the time all the food arrived ( tapas style by the way) our table was cluttered..in a way almost as delicious had the table been covered in shoes, but mexican tapas came in as a great alternative;)

This date wasn't as bad as I thought it might be. I got a little drunken and opened up much more and was speaking very passionately about what I do for a living. He was VERY impressed and I thought, oh Shit..I didnt want him to be interested in me and now I've ruined that. oh well. I engaged more in convo this time and really enjoyed the food and surprisingly his company as well. He wasn't as gross this time around thats for sure. I wonder if he's like a fungus and just needs to grow on you until he can be fully appreciated.

Nonetheless, I knew I wasn't actually interested before the date began, and even though his loser rating got better, it really didn't make much difference to me. The best part of the evening was when it ended ( and no not because it was over) but because I got to walk home in the snow. We love the snow!

He asked me out again, but I "forgot" to call him back.

Wardrobe: Bubble skirt, Opaque tights, vintage T-shirt, Black wrap puff coat. Tres Chic!