That’s not how he wanted their first time to be. It was frustrating. He felt frustrated, not accustomed to having to wait, being held at arm’s len...th. ‘This is a whole new thing for me, Abs. Understand that. I respect where you’re coming from, though I don’t understand or agree, but I respect it.’ He backed off, giving her enough space to turn and gaze up at him meekly. The dress she wore was awful. He hated it, too somber and covered up for her. ‘What are you used to, Gabriel?’ she asked, her. Our house was just over a hill when you turned into the drive so you couldn’t see it from the road directly. Now, and then Sara will ask if she can go out and either get laid or bring a guy home. I have only ever have had three rules with it. First, don’t ever lie to me about it. Don’t lie about doing it and don’t lie to me about what you have done together, yes there is such a thing as lying by omission. Second, always let me know your wanting to do that so I don’t get surprised. Last, be. What do you think?" I guess I didn't really realize all of the changes that you made in myappearance. But to be honest, I like my new look"."Even your flat front?" Yes even my flat front."Sandi gave me a big smile saying, "Well so do I! Now quit admiringyourself and let's go".We went to this fancy Italian restaurant. I was glad that Jacquie hadmade reservations for us because the place was packed. We were takendirectly to our table with the Ma?tre d' saying, "Ladies, enjoy yourdinner". I looked. I had related very easily with Mike but more as a mate in a blokeand bloke sort of way. I had not attempted to be at all girly with him.It was clear from the invitation that Mike might be seeing me as morethan a walking mate. Now I was met with the thought of a man beinginterested in me and the possibility that I might take him up on it, itbrought a whole lot of stuff into focus.I had been plowing on with the abstract concept that at some point Iwould have to pretend to be a woman and woo some.