The Friend Test
One of the hardest tests a man has to face? Gaining approval from his girlfriend’s posse.
So just to update you chicas, I declined the sex party and went to see Hancock instead. Por que? The sex party was in Brooklyn and it seemed really far away. In other words, I was vaga. After checking out Hancock (which has an unexpected plot twist – trust me on this) I headed to Anchor Bar to celebrate my friend Coco’s birthday.
Before I continue my story you need to know this about me: I am a social butterfly. When I throw a birthday party, 200 of my closest friends show up. My gmail account has over 1,200 email addresses of people I know. I thrive on socializing and New York City is the perfect city for extroverts like myself.
But back to the story. Sam showed up to Anchor Bar sporting a plaid shirt and an excited grin. He was ready to meet my peeps. So I let him loose in my pack of party animals.
He met my colleagues, beloved college pals, and other assorted friends. He chatted up my amigos for ages and the amazing thing was that not once did I feel the need to baby sit him. I was free to work the crowd and talk to everyone while he held his own.
Throughout the night several people grabbed my arm and said, “I adore Sam. He’s so awesome!” It was a nice change to hear this from people I respect and trust in my life.
Compared to my ex-boyfriends, Sam is like Barack Obama. Except he’s shorter, whiter, and has less of a penchant for soaring speeches. Look, the point is everyone loves him and he seems to have captivated the hearts of all of my nearest and dearest.
In the past, most of my boyfriends were dorky, quiet dudes who didn’t make much of an impact. Mr. Vanilla (my most recent ex) was so bland that some of my friends still can’t remember his name!
Sam is fuerte, outgoing and loves people. It feels good to date a man who’s on the same wavelength and can pass the “Friendship Test” with flying colors! Have you guys ever had crazy experiences introducing your new man to your friends? Are they a tough crowd to crack?
Un Abrazo Fuerte,
Lex
Girl, it’s like we’re living parallel lives or something. I’ve had my fair share of duds—most of the men/boys I’ve dated in the past got no love from my friends and family—but now I’m finally with a real man who’s stable, secure, and confident. It’s such a blessing to be able to go out and be comfortable enough to mingle with other folks while not being tied to the hip of your boo.
Sam sounds like a keeper! I’m glad you didn’t give in to temptation.
Personally I have not had bad luck with my friends and fam meeting my beau, but I have witnessed some really bad meetings.
I have seen people get threatened by a line up of the father, uncles, brothers, nephews and even the ABUELO…! It was funny but I felt bad for the guy.
My new beau though was like Sam he held his own at my dad’s birthday party and I was so happy. He knew what to say and what not to say, it was perfect.
HAVE A GOOD FOURTH OF JULY LADIES!
Sam is actually meeting my parents tomorrow — Fourth of July!!! My dad has a machete in the basement. I hope he doesn’t feel the need to whip it out tomorrow. LOL. Sam is also meeting more of friends tomorrow…the Friendship test continues. Happy Fourth ladies — thanks for reading and sharing your thoughts!!! XOXO
Aye Chica, I have had my fair share of failed friend meetings.
The last guy I dated showed up to my friends birthday dinner already tipsy, continued to drink and hit on every other girl in the room, while eating off other peoples plates. I was sooo embarrassed. of course that relationship didn’t last longer than that night.
I am glad he didn’t meet my parents!
When I began dating my boyfriend Rey, most of my friends were guys. I’m just that kind of girl, I like sports, being outdoors, and it’s always been easier for me to hang out with guys. Anyway, Rey did not like this at all & was very jealous in the beginning. The fact that Rey’s gorgeous & my guy friends can be haters at times made me a little worried about bringing the 2 worlds together. My worries were squashed after they all met-all my friends (guys & girls) love him. I think my guy friends prefer him to me now actually. Sometimes I’ll hear about events going on with MY friends from Rey. When things are meant to be they have a way of just working perfectly.