I didn't know it could be like this!

I think I failed to mention that I broke it off with TJ (amicably) on October 30. It just wasn't working out. I had started to really resent him and as much as I love(d) him, I knew I deserved better. Anyway, just thought I'd put that out there so you all don't think I'm cheating on TJ! After last night, I am so thankful that God or Fate or whatever gave me the strength to end it with TJ because now I know how I should be treated.

No, I'm not going to claim I'm in love or anything. Been there, done that, know better now. But, I am very giddy and happy right now! I have been talking to Tim for a couple of weeks now and we went on our first date last night. It was so wonderful. I have been on many dates, but I have never been treated so wonderfully. We went out to dinner (which he paid for) and had stimulating, intellectual conversation. We have so much in common and share many of the same beliefs and ideas. We talked about theatre and literature and traveling and politics... It was so refreshing in comparison to other dates I've been on.

And, the best part was at the end of the evening he gave me a painting of an Italian landscape with sunflowers. (I had told him just in passing that my dream is to see Italy and that my dorm room is decorated in a Tuscan/sunflower theme). I was so overwhelmed and appreciative that not only did he remember that but he took the time to go out and find that painting. He was a perfect gentleman too. He kissed me good night and we made plans for over Thanksgiving Break. He's also coming to the plays that I'm doing now at the end of this month. I really hope that things can work out with Tim. I kinda like this one.