It was past three when I got to the mall and I was still very early for the date. I had, once again, miscalculated the trip. It gave me time to wander around the mall and try to convince myself that I do not need that extra pair of shoes, that sweet A/F perfume or that fantabulous Banana Rep suit hanging by the window. But, I was destined to fail and fall hard, I did. Ugh. Anyway, I was all too happy that day - armed with my trusty wallet, I roamed around the mall in dark plaid shorts, a red Gap shirt, and flip flops, I looked so plain but it did not really matter. I was not there to impress anyone - I was just there for a quick bite and a nice movie, at least that was the plan.
I had been waiting for this day since the week begun. I was not disappointed. The meal was fantastic - the beef brisket just melted in my mouth while the sides were to die for. The movie was supposedly good. I was really excited, giddy even. Inside the theater, it was freezing. I looked around and there were couples everywhere - guys who dated girls, girls who dated guys, and guys who dated other guys - all of them appeared so much in love. I found the perfect seats and I started walking towards it. I laid down my shopping bags, sat down, and crossed my leg. I looked around - same scene. I would normally hurl when I see couples, period but not that day. I was so assured of my own little nook in the movie house.
Nobody held my hand. Nobody tickled me on the side. Nobody asked questions on what happened to who, who killed what and what have yous. Nobody asked me to repeat what the other guy had just said and there were no, "please hand me the popcorn..." or girly squeals on the side. But yes, there was sobbing - a little, mostly from me. I was after all the a-ultimate drama queen. It was just perfect.
When the credits rolled, I stood up and walked out of the theater. I never looked back. I need not wait for anybody else. I was alone and I had fun. Oh and more importantly, I was able to finish the movie which never happens back home whenever I watch movies by myself.
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dating yourself?
i do that most of the time, just recently. =)
i used to that after i graduated. but sometimes i still find time to do it alone. masaya naman. mas naappreciate ka sa ginagawa mo, esser distraction at focus ka lang
self-time! enjoy!
we should have a date with ourselves once in a while.
it's a reminder for us that we shoiuld not rely our happiness on others. that we can also be happy by ourselves.
:D
I love you, tristan. Makapag-comment lang, hehehe
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