22.06.19

I approached the gallery and saw him sat on the wall, sunglasses on, watching a street performer smiling to himself, I felt comforted. His hug was close, his smile grew large and as we wandered in through the entrance I was just swept away by his charm. He asked lots of questions and listened to my replies, his beautiful eyes held my gaze. We joked looking around the classic paintings, it felt natural being close to him, occasionally brushing up against each other, affectionate little touches here and there. He was instantly caring, without doubt a people person and I felt so happy being in his company. I felt like kissing the sky, it had been a long time since I was so well impressed by somebody and felt lucky that he even wanted to be there with me. He was so complimentary, so calm but fun and silly, my cheeks ached from constant smiling.
We just talked the entire time and I genuinely laughed a lot. We wandered to get a drink and ended up having some mexican food and couldn't believe the time when it got to 11.30pm and it was time to think about leaving. I was sad that it was coming to an end but it proved how much of a gentleman he was, offering to walk to the tube station together. It reminded me how 'this is how dates should be' romantic and considerate. As we got to the station we were heading in different directions but he waited for my train to arrive and we shared the most delicious kisses. Right at the bottom of the stairs, we were that couple I'm usually so irritated by, getting in their way caught up in their lust not thinking about anyone else. But I didn't even think about it, I was just so happy that he even wanted to.
He let me know when he was home and we both shared how we'd had a wonderful time and that we'd both like to see each other again. I really, really hope that we do. I'm trying not to get too excited by him just in case he ends up completely disappearing or never messaging me again, but I feel delighted I had the experience. It has recharged my hope.
It was only the first date but I could really see myself falling for him in a big way. I mean god, I shouldn't even be thinking about that at all but just, being in his presence I could... see it all.
I know - stop it! Stop even thinking like that! I'm just setting myself for sadness!

But hey, I had a great night and that's been most welcome after the past recent experiences. So, i'm thankful for that. Who knows where it might lead.