The First Bump

When he didn't contact her when he was supposed to this afternoon it kinda made her mad. And disappointed. Even after he apologized he didn't realize how badly he screwed up 'til later while they drove to meet w/ her friends for dinner at Toscana Pizzeria (where he was finally introduced to Lorena, Monica and Sherbert).

INT. CAR NIGHT

GUY

So what were you looking forward to, afternoon at Starbucks?

Watching the movie with the big TV?

GIRL

No, spending time together.

CUT TO CU of GUY'S INNER JACKASS KICKING HIMSELF

After dinner the drive back to her house became a last-minute nightcap w/ ice white-choco lattes. She said she was feeling cold so he held her hands. After they stepped out to sit outside amidst the humid evening he still held and caressed her hands while they talked. She said a she's a stickler for honesty, keeping your word and taking responsibility. He just wanted to kiss her.

So like the gentlemen/wuss that he is after he dropped her off at her place he asked if he could. She opted for a full hug. Fair enough, he thought. Screwed up today, and a simple hand rub (ugh, that sounded dirty) won't fix things overnight.

Probably should've asked her back at Starbucks.