RHP

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Am I a grumpy old man?

April 25 2014

I had a somewhat unusual conversation with a lady sitting in my favourite coffee shop the other day. She was by herself,quite attractive and looked friendly so I struck up a conversation...I was chatting away,things seemed to be going well,she has quite a flirtatious personality..All the usual get to know someone chat eventually evolved to the point I had to ask her if she would like to catch up again.... "Oh thanks,I'm very flattered,but I'm in love with a fantastic guy! " Ok no probs I say,he's a lucky guy I say...We continue the conversation,she then says she did speed dating when single, at one of the nights she said she told the organisers she liked all the males she met there just so she could find out how many wanted to date her! Apparently 10 out of 12 were keen...I suddenly started to think the boyfriend is not such a lucky guy. I finished my coffees,paid for hers as well...I enjoyed chatting to her...but...is it just me or WTF was she looking for? I feel like I was there to feed a very needy ego!

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  • RHP

    RHP User

    12 years ago

    Do you think it was her intention to tell you she was a hot commodity when she was single? If yes, so what? I talk to people all the time, and I'm sure would feel I'm flirting with them. I'm not sure what that has to do with her boyfriend or why you would think he's not so lucky to have her.

  • RHP

    RHP User

    12 years ago

    Dunno Steve, I keep coming back to where you approached her, Its not like you were on an arranged meet.Maybe she was trying to deflect you without being to harsh.I think your over egging the whole encounter. Cheers N

  • RHP

    RHP User

    12 years ago

    It sounds like she could have been bragging a little. Maybe because she had a captive audience and wanted the ego boost, who knows. She'd already let you down gently and there was probably no need to rub salt in with a brag, but people like to talk themselves up. It happens in the forums, in casual chats in coffee shops, pretty much everywhere. You sound a bit miffed but it's probably not worth giving any energy to :) - Posted from rhpmobile

  • MissBishere

    MissBishere

    12 years ago

    probably just to have a coffee at her favourite coffee shop....maybe she was just being friendly having a chat, you know how women do that thing where they talk all the time about everything and anything maybe in some subtle way she was encouraging you to try speed dating...

  • RHP

    RHP User

    12 years ago

    Your speedy approach,brought back fond memories for her:-) :-) xx Q

  • RHP

    RHP User

    12 years ago

    She wasn't available, or wasn't attracted...... something you could probably have learned much earlier in the chat. .... beyond that, why care? You had an enjoyable conversation and paid double for your cup of coffee.I call that living an experience. Theres no more to it than that. DG

  • RHP

    RHP User

    12 years ago

    Oops no. I don't do speed dating but maybe I should stop talking to every one and any one when we're all having coffee every morning at the same coffee shop. Steve sometimes coffee is just coffee.

  • RHP

    RHP User

    12 years ago

    Like I said,no skin off my nose, I enjoyed the chat... Quite entertaining really..Just started wondering what was going on when she told me the dating thing.... Saying yes to everyone just so she can say no? Standing up 10 guys just to make her feel good? Anyways....grump old man signing out !!

  • RHP

    RHP User

    12 years ago

    ...didn't u say u approached her in the coffee shop...so she wasn't "seeking" the ego boost u kinda walked head first into it

  • RHP

    RHP User

    12 years ago

    Forgot to say thanks to everyone for the up front answers... I'm certainly a person who enjoys meeting new people and hearing their story...I love learning about people,met a guy in the same lace who had the most inspiring story,I was fascinated! I'm not sure why it rang alarm bells with her,maybe I felt sorry for the guys she met and stood up...she was saying how one guy was soooo nervous he was sweating and his voice was quivering....poor bugger,who knows,it's just me I guess....it's a tough world...anyways, maybe I should try this speed dating thing!

  • RHP

    RHP User

    12 years ago

    I don't think you are grumpy BTW,just mslightly miffed xx Q

  • RHP

    RHP User

    12 years ago

    I don't think you are grumpy BTW,just mslightly miffed xx Q

  • RHP

    RHP User

    12 years ago

    You know what? I'd happily chat again if I ever saw her.... Unless there was a very cool 99 year old lady there,then she would be dumped faster than her speed dates!

  • RHP

    RHP User

    12 years ago

    What was the problem here ?? Did i miss something !!! - Posted from rhpmobile

  • MsSuperFoxy

    MsSuperFoxy

    12 years ago

    Poor Ol milfed steve............she played you well! She got a FREE COFFEE. Is FREE, a speedy number?? Foxy

  • RHP

    RHP User

    12 years ago

    Milfed! Yes please....she was more the "soccer mum" look actually.

  • RHP

    RHP User

    12 years ago

    As has been mentioned elsewhere.... you've recanted this story a few times now..... she got under your skin... that can happen... but its time to say NEXT

  • RHP

    RHP User

    12 years ago

    A long black with milk on the side,thanks:-) :-) xx Q

  • Seachange73

    Seachange73

    12 years ago

    OP, not sure about the point re. the speed dating but to confirm to her insecure fragile ego that she is still desirable and attractive to the opposite sex. And your move to spontaneous approach her and buy coffee has boosted her ego again. Well take it as it is and move on. Whatever floats her boat. No harm done to you. It was just a coffee and enjoyable hour of conversation. Nothing more. Good luck to you. To happier times!

  • RHP

    RHP User

    12 years ago

    I agree. The BF might not of been so lucky if she was just playing with men for her own ego.

  • RHP

    RHP User

    12 years ago

    Realising you were single she made conversation around that subject......I dont know how speed dating works but she was just probably trying to explain to you how yes you have to ask for if you dont ask you never know..........just as you hd asked her.

  • RHP

    RHP User

    12 years ago

    I understand where you are coming from, you were engaged in and interesting conversation, no harm in trying to catch up, you were gracious in your defeat. There was no need for her to elaborate, the comment was unnecessary. I tend to agree with you, she was just boosting her ego and in a way she was seeing if she still had it. Some people like playing mind games, some people need to boost their ego it is an insecurity even if she is attractive that makes the need even more as they get older. No need to feel sorry for the others, when they realise what sort of person she is they are better off.