One night in Melbourne...

Week one in Melbourne has come to an end, and a most satisfying end at that. I have Alfresco's phone number from the online dating forum and we're due to go for a date in the next few weeks. But more importantly, on Friday night I went out with some girlfriends on the town and ended up going home with a Landscaper who was very fit indeed. Over this week, I had some trouble with fitting in with some aspects of living life here, but I have to say, after Friday night, I was loving Melbourne- let's face it- this was a big part of the reason I moved back here.

Let me tell you a little about the Landscaper. To be honest, I have been a little lacking in confidence in the "men" world due to the drought that is Asia. Although he was a bit older (which, as this blog continues, we'll find isn't uncommon for me) he was exactly what I needed. He was confident, good-looking, sweet and may I say, quite seductive. He wasn't an idiot either. Plus it was the best sex in so long (which isn't really saying anything since it's actually been so long- but it was goood).

Up until now, I have never had a proper one night stand- although I imagine I cannot say this statement anymore. Everyone that I have had a one-night 'thing' with has been a friend of a friend, or some kind of link, where you can be fairly certain you'll see that person again. This time, we exchanged numbers (out of courtesy more than anything I think), but I think I won't see him again. And that feels.... empowering in some way. One night stands are a beautiful thing. See, I'd heard all sorts of problems about the morning after, (myself not knowing about these things) but after Round 1 I was planning on calling a taxi home. I am very glad I didn't after Round 4. Oh yeah. On the down side, for the last 2 days I have been quite tired, and I left my nice thai scarf there. Ahh the sacrifices one must make!

First night out, and I get the guy. You cannot keep the smile from my face: life in Melbourne is good.