I'm at a swank office high-rise to meet
Of course, I immediately asked the receptionist for a job-application form and submitted my resume while I waited for
Unbeknownst to me, he invited the charming and babelicious
The best thing about the company of extrovert bloggers is the ease with which that initial conversation can begin; there is no 'wow, isn't this wierd?' awkwardness that comes with many internet-to-real-life meetings.
Over lunch at an excellent Cuban restaurant, we had a high-energy exchange of the usual things - gossip about certain LJ users (wouldn't you like to know ... whoohoo!) ... juicy 'back story' details behind recent public posts.
Most memorable to me was the discussion on our respective experiences in dating and intimacy - power/control issues, irrational jealousy, and (touchy topic!) the difference between Asian men dating White women vs WM/AF relationships.
Fascinating dialogue -
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E: I should be returning to LA in a few months, and would be honored to meet up again, so I can witness your famous drinking skills with my own eyes, you farking lush. Haha.
S: Glad to see you posted the story of the diamond dude ... that's a tale that needed to be told in print. Ever think about archiving your writings into a book or something? There's enough stories just in your life for a good-sized novel, at the very least! :)
Now, I'm off to meet up with
Stay safe, everyone. More updates soon.