I couldn't believe it. I haven't been out on a date in over 15 months. I don't even think I've had a man even look at me in over 15 months. For those that know my story, you know why. So I ran to Walmart to get dog food. Of course I wasn't looking my best, but my outfit was sort of cute. My hair needs to be done, so it was neatly pulled back in a ponytail. So imagine my surprise when this fine specimen in the bread section said hello. I said hello and kept walking. He seemed to be following me, so I stepped aside to let him pass. Well we said a few more words, and that led to a 30 minute conversation in between the chips and the crackers.
The sad part was the whole time he was talking I kept wondering what character he would play in my stories. He had some great lines. They weren't cheesy, corny lines. They were things that Rod would say. I was trying to stash them in my mental rolodex for future use in my stories. Get this, his name is Manwell. Who in real life is named Manwell? That is the perfect name for a character.
If I had to describe him, I would say his looks are a cross between David and Roderick. His complexion is in between the two. He was really quite handsome. And the smile! OMGoodness. He was smooth talking like Roderick. The words were just flowing through his beautiful smile, and I was just cheesing, but trying not to. And he had the charisma of Darius.
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| David |
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When you put all of that together, what do you get?
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| Boris |
And now that I think about it, he did resemble Boris. I am still wondering, why he stopped and talked to me, because I was feeling a little like this
"I knew I should have combed my hair before running to the store."
LOL! He sounds too good to be true. Did you exchange info? But wait... is he single?
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DBG - I agree. We did exchange information and he was interested in going out last night. I feel asleep early. I woke up at 10pm and we ended up talking on the phone til about 1:30 am. We laughed about meeting back up at the 24 hr Walmart and continuing our conversation in the comfy furniture section. We said we could buy some snacks and just hang out. He seems like a really nice guy, but that remains to be seen. If nothing else, I will get good video material out of him. Oh, yes he's single. He has a 20yr old son who is in college and he lives alone.
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hi my name is divababy and i just love your blog! Your characters have given me so much inspiration that i am putting my own doll stories together! When i am out and about i too meet different people and think to myself," hmm who could this person be!" great job
ReplyDeleteYou never know what life has planned for you. Everyday is a different adventure. Take it at your own pace. Hope all works out for the best!
ReplyDeleteBe open! Open to new opportunities and new friendships and new adventures. Every day brings them. Enjoy the moment for how ever long it lasts and feel good about yourself and what you have to offer. Finally, even on bad hair days, the beauty that is you shines through.
ReplyDeleteDivababy - Hello. So glad you enjoy my blog. I feel like I've seen your work somewhere. Do you have a flickr account? Can't wait to see your stories. Do you have a blog?
ReplyDeleteMs. Leo - You are such a poet! Sometimes you say things amd I am like "You Go Girl". Thanks for the words of wisdom.
ReplyDeleteFrannie - We both know that life sure can throw some curve balls. It will all work for the best, because I have NO expectations.
ReplyDeleteOk guys, there is one more interesting piece to the story. I have been saying to a good friend of mine that the only way I would even consider having someone in my life is if he didn't take up too much of my time. I said I needed someone who can come over, watch tv or read a book or do something while I do my thing in the studio. Why did this guy say "I'm the type of person who would come over, watch TV and let you do your thing". I was looking for the Candid Camera. I never mentioned anything like this to this gentleman. And I still didn't say anything once he said that. I did think "Okay, what's going on, here."
ReplyDeleteBack to reality. Having someone in my life means less videos. I don't think any of us want that. Once he sees that my life is all 1/6 scale, he will probably run for the hills anyway. LOL.
"The sad part was the whole time he was talking I kept wondering what character he would play in my stories"
ReplyDeleteLOLOLOL,Do you know I named my dolls from people I met! Don't worry about!
EbonyNicole - I do that with the kids more so than with the adults. I do have a couple of real adults in my stories. When I see a resemblance to someone I know, they get that person's name. Ciana (Kee-ana), Tyler, Alicia, Kenaz, Nikaya, and Joseph, are all real kids in my life.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your meeting a guy you might spend some time with. Men are weird when it comes to intense hobbies. I think when you tell him you should take him online and show him your hit counts before you show him the toys in your house. The hits alone should show him there are a lot of people just as weird as you. Also show him other ladies' blogs and have him read your entry called "why I play with dolls" or whatever the exact title was.
ReplyDeletewhen I was in a long dry spell I tried to tell potential love interests all my baggage up front like "Here's the worst stuff you're going to have to deal with so if that's gonna make your run, bye-bye" but one guy told me a slow reveal would have worked better for him bc it made him think I was going to be unloading stuff on him every date till the end of time. I thought I was protecting myself by revealing everything as early as possible but I guess that didn't work out too well.
ReplyDeleteThe hair pic was total LOL. Also, I think dont' talk about the characters like they are real people -- sort of like saying I LOVE YOU - let him do it first. It took me watching about ten of your videos before I started to think of them as "real" people so he may need some time. Then again he may never embrace that part of your life -which is fine. My husband wont' play dolls with us even though my daughter asks him to but I am always relieved when he doesn't want to. That is my domain :-)
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playbarbies - Thanks for all the good advice. I never start with the dolls. I always start with the furniture. That usually impresses them. So I tell them that the stories are just to get people interested in the furniture, part of my marketing strategy. Guys understand construction, marketing and business. And I have a garage full of big tools. They always think that my exhusband left his tools. They are surprised when I say that they are my tools. I've recently had guys ask if I needed help making the furniture. My ideal guy would be a GI JOE Aficianado. They understand doll play!
ReplyDeleteI don't think I would want my husband playing in my doll world either. Inevitably he would have my men saying the wrong things! Doll world is escape from reality, not a replica.
I'm a strong believer in creative visualization and I've been thinking for some time that you would end up conjuring up a guy as wonderful as Roderick for yourself. You never know, he might be a closet GI Joe collector or he might be into building model train sets or something and totally understand your 1:6 obsession. Or he might be into photography and enjoy helping you shoot your stories. You deserve someone really special and I believe he will manifest in your life when the time is right.
ReplyDeleteGood for you Van :O) I met at two of the guys I had & have serious relationships with looking my worst..LOL. When I was fly nothing but some sweats and a t-shirt and BAM instant like. I'm in my 10th year with the 2nd guy I met looking less than stellar. He saw my collection on our 3rd date and he didn't run..LOL. Now we shop together and he's starting to know his dolls. He doesn't collect them but he supports me with my collecting. Heck he was with me during my Kelly Konvention just running for me. I say all that to say you never know and you go girl ;O)
ReplyDeleteEveryone needs a passion, is what I always say. What is your new friend passionate about, Vanessa? Start off by finding that out and then gradually introduce him to yours.
ReplyDeleteI wasn't a collector or interested in dolls when I met my husband at age 17, but he completely understands my passion or at least doesn't bother me about it. I guess its different when you "grow up" (old) together. Like you, dolls are my escape from reality. They are my 'me' time... they inspire my writing creativity.
If he has a passion, and I'm sure he does. He'll understand yours and want to know more about it.
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limbe dolls - I believe in creative visualization too, but I must have gotten my channels crossed because I was trying to conjure up an assistant with a fat bank roll and a desire to donate to the cause. Do you think he could be that person? LOL. Hey you never know.
ReplyDeleteDollz4Moi - You are my new hero! Wow. I needed a cigarette after reading your comment, and I don't smoke. I have a picture of the Williams sisters up in my room. I used to have Donald Trump too, until he started acting a little mutty. I will be adding a picture of you and your husband right next to my Williams sister picture. I know I don't know what you guys look, but that's okay. What a lucky person you are. Does he have a brother? LOL!
ReplyDeleteDBG - Together since 17? Wow! You guys give me hope. Although the thought of not being able to sleep with my computer is a little scary. The workaholic in me may get in the way of me ever having a relationship. I am okay with that. I was happy enough with the approach and the conversation. But I am curious about his passions, so I will try to find that out.
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ReplyDeleteI am so happy for your meeting this guy! More material for us. LOL
Check him out and decide if he is in your life for a season or a reason and proceed accordingly.
p.s. Some seasons can last a lifetime (wink)
Anonymous - LOL. You are right about having extra material. So far we seem to have hit it off. At least in the conversation department. We've spoken on the phone twice and each time we talked for about 2 hours. Luckily he goes back to work today because I don't have 2 hrs to spare every time we talk. I have videos to make.
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