It is nearing the end of my stay in Columbia, MO. It has been quite an experience that I will not forget. On one of the last visits to my favorite karaoke spot Truman's Bar, I was well into my 4th or 5th drink, and I had already sung my heart out to two different songs. I must say that I had made quite an impression to a couple of people that night already. A tall scruffy man who was very near to 40 came over to my table wearing boots, which would have been so much better, had they had spurs attached. This man said that his name was Buzz and he would like the privilege of dancing me around the floor.
Anyone who has been to Truman's knows that there is NOT a "floor" for dancing. The place is normally packed on karaoke nights, and you have to wait around like a hawk to even get a table. So I accepted Buzz's offer to spin me around a little, because I was feeling pretty swell at the time, and it sounded like fun. Anyone who knows ME knows that I can't say no, and I will do anything for a good story.
I have to say that Buzz was quite the dancer! He was the first man who had danced with me who actually knew how to lead! I had the best dance ever with Buzz, he held me tight, whispered sweet nothings in my ear, and to top it all off, when he went in for a dip at the end, he picked me up so I was more or less sitting on his hip, and he dipped me low to the ground. It was so much fun and people clapped for us.
After the song ended Buzz returned me to my seat and said thank you. A perfect gentleman, ten years too old for me. I was sitting there continuing to partake in a few cocktails, when another man approached me. This man's name was not as interesting as Buzz, it was so boring I won't bother you with it. He came over, and said hello. I offered to shake his hand and we introduced ourselves. He sat near our table for a while, and didn't really say much of anything important. I could tell he was interested, but he was NOT aggressive enough for me. Sooner than later Buzz came back and asked me to dance another round. I could not resist, and said of course I would.
This happened a couple of more times. Buzz would spin me around, dip me, and return me to my table. The other man with the uninspiring name, just sat there and grew more and more annoyed that I kept dancing with Buzz. I had to eventually make my way to the ladies room, and on my way back I got a bit distracted talking to a man who I have wished for two whole years, would be my boyfriend. My not so imaginary, but fake boyfriend was talking to me and my shit show friend Tess came running up to me and interrupted. She said that Buzz and the other man were getting into a fight over me!
ME! I have never been the cause of a fight between two grown men. Toddlers yes of course, all the time, but men? It was thrilling. At this point I was completely wasted, and it was probably a good thing that Tess saved me from saying anything ridiculous to my boyfriend. She said that it was almost closing time and we were going to leave before things got worse. I didn't even get to say goodbye to either of the men. I would have loved to have a final bow with Buzz but fate would not have it that day.
Funny thing is that I DID actually see both men again. On my final night at Truman's for karaoke, Buzz was there again. We got to have a couple of final dances, and it was lovely. Then the weekend after was my graduation from college. My family of course wanted to go out to dinner, and that is where I ran into whats his bucket. He was my waiter at the restaurant! I think that he remembered me, because he kept giving me the sexy eyes, as I ate dinner. Very weird. These things only happen to me. I love my life!
Lady Rule #16
When asked to dance, by a strange man, always accept the first time. It's not going to kill you, and you may walk away with a great story to write about.
Man Rule #16
Introduce yourself to that lady you think is hot, and then make bold choices, getting into a fight over her, not what I am talking about.
that's awesome.
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