This gentleman messaged me several times on the internet dating site before I responded. He was older than I, not very attractive, but had a winning smile. He was also well educated, working half time as a teacher and half-time as a consultant for the school board.
I thought we might have some commonality so I engaged in several chat conversations with him. He seemed pleasant enough and finally invited me to lunch on a Sunday afternoon, at a quaint little restaurant by Ferry Lake in Newmarket. I accepted.
This was my first date on this site so I wasn't sure what to expect. I wore a torquoise fitted mini dress, turquoise sandles, amber jewelry, pink lipstick and huge expectations. I arrived at the restaurant and was directed to the patio. It was one o'clock. I waited.
At 1:15, I ordered a beer and continued to wait. There were couples seated at tables near me. I sat alone.
At 1:30, I began to wonder where he was. Being new to the site, I hadn't gotten the gentleman's cell number, so could not reach him. I asked for my check.
At 1:45, I paid my cheque and left. I had been stood up!
When I arrived home, I logged onto the internet dating site and checked my messages. None. I deleted him.
Lesson Learned - Gentlemen on internet dating sites may cancel a date at the last minute or even stand you up.
Life Lesson - Very poor behaviour, not to mention rude, for an educated, middle aged gentleman to stand a lady up.
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