Hideaway apartments, I sat at my desk in front of my digital notebook, trying to find a way to pull in more readers. My apartment made me feel claustrophobic, and I needed air, I moved into this home to run away from my troubles. However, over time it has become a prison; the green paint that once greeted me with love became a statement of boring blandness.

The windows were dusty since I never opened them. A couple of cobwebs hung from the window, slowly blowing every time I opened a door in the house. Honestly, my home was a mess, with clothes and books and papers everywhere. I don’t remember the last time that I cooked in my kitchen, take out boxes filled my countertop. I had a two-bedroom apartment that carried a stale smell—a beautiful tan carpet that covered the floor, soft t0 the touch. My bed was covered with clothes, both dirty and clean. I didn’t know anything about the city I was in. I was a complete recluse.

I have decided to do a blog about romance, something for the couples and singles.

The only problem is that I have not been on a date in a long time, so that would make me a hypocrite. That is the last thing that I wanted. I needed the real experience

Step 1: Attraction

Let us take a minute to admit that we are all shallow, looks play an important part in meeting some-body, and it can often be a deal-breaker. Someone’s body, face, or smell plays a huge role in attraction. Your preference Is simply your preference.

Step 2: Dating

The beautiful thing about dating is getting to know people. Try out your do’s and don’t’s, and if you don’t know what they are practicing by trying things out with different people. Getting to know people can go either way. You learn their goals, dreams, and values. Also, there are opinions, energies, and personalities—many fish in the sea, many colors in the rainbow.

How Do blind people fall in love? Or even someone with no senses.

I re-read that draft over and over. I hated it, so I deleted it.

It was annoying people like drama. They like pain and entertainment.

Not all that successful conclusion stuff, because that is not al-ways reality, my only issue was my life wasn’t unusual at all. I was a nerdy recluse that didn’t do anything fun or sexy. I tapped my pen on my desk, thinking of something more interesting. Nothing had happened in my life that was considered impressive.

I was quickly yanked from my deep thoughts; a message appeared on my screen:

‘A message popped up on my screen from.

Samuel.

4:00p.m

@prettyboisamuri: Hey beautiful, we’ve been talking online for a while now… Don’t you think it’s time that we actually went on a date? You keep avoiding us seeing each other In person, I promise I’m not a catfish.

5:03pm

@danceswithjoy: I would love…

Erase…

5:45pm

@danceswithjoy: what do you have in mind?

Erase…

6:00pm

@ Danceswithjoy: cool emoji

Sent.

6:01pm

@ Prettyboisamuri: Is that a yes?

6:02pm

@prettyboisamuri: I would like to show you my city! A beautiful woman like you deserves it- love face emoji

6:49pm

@danceswithjoy: Wow, a beautiful woman like me what was that supposed to mean. What if I was a catfish?

Erase…

7:30pm

@danceswithjoy- deserves I deserve the world and a husband!

I can take myself out! I don’t need another man that is going to lie to me! You most likely don’t have anything to bring to my life anyways. Why are you even hitting me up, I haven’t been with a man in months, and my body wants one, but I don’t so leave me alone!

Erase…

8:00pm

@danceswithjoy: That sounds exciting; you’re so sweet- blush-ing emoji sent.

I sat there frozen was I really about to do this?

8:30pm park in the front and I will come out, I replied.

8:32pm What's your address beautiful? He replied.

9:00pm 2343 west drive square hideaway apartments I replied.

I quickly shut my Microsoft Service notebook and ran to the closet almost tripping on the small red waste bin. Dang, I need-ed to dump that!

“What was I going to wear?” I grabbed a pair of black high waist jeans and a red long-sleeved blouse, made of see-through material. “Is this date material?” I didn’t want to send the wrong message. Shrugging my shoulders, I tossed the outfit onto the bed with the rest.

I like to show the real me, no masks! I connected my phone to my Bluetooth speaker jamming naked by Ella Mai on repeat. I scrambled to the bedroom while stripping out of my green boy shorts and grey sports bra.

I sang along to the song using my toothbrush as a microphone. I hopped into the shower then quickly jumping out “Ahhh, shit! “I screamed. I frantically swiveled the hot and cold-water nobs. The hot water was acting funny.

I cleaned out my ears with a Q-tip, continually checking the water temperature with my foot. The water became steamy hot, “Mmhhm, just right.” I was playing a run-down of tonight through my head while spreading and lathering Shea butter body wash all over. I quickly shaved my armpits; it had been a while since I pampered myself. “Ugh, I am not expecting a prince charming, but at least be an intelligent brother.” “Please! “I said aloud to myself.

The nobs squeaked as I turned off the water, bursting out of the shower and grabbing a towel from the rack. I slipped on the wet bathroom floor; I quickly grabbed hold of the bathroom sink to catch myself. I laughed to myself, “Get it together, Mya dang!” My wet, curly hair covered my eyes. I vigorously began to blow dry and comb at the same time. My natural hair sisters feel me on the struggle.

I never know what to do with it; It is usually Afro or bun-up, sometimes braids. I stared at myself in the mirror as I moisturized my hair with my homemade hair conditioner. I twisted my hair in a high bun and hooked on my favorite Silver moon earrings. I grabbed a tub of almond, milk chocolate ice cream from the deep freezer, and set it onto the counter. If this does not happen, it's okay, I have LOVE & BASKETBALL on Netflix and ice cream.

An hour had passed by…

After cleaning up a little, Now I was ready and waiting at the front door, I took a deep breath. I surveyed my apartment. I needed a pet, I’m always at home, and I think I might buy a cat. I locked the door leaving my apartment. I heard car wheels coming to a smooth stop behind me. My neck almost broke from me, turning around so hard. “Who was driving by my house like that?”

When I turned around, it was an all-blue F-150 with white rims. Music damn near blasted me away, After the Driver-side door opened. I could not make out who it was. “I cannot see over this tall ass vehicle!” I said, annoyed. A man walks from around the truck.

He was a light-skinned brother, his hair was faded and wavy, and he was bulky and tall. The purple on his grey kicks’ popped but was balanced by the white and purple shirt and grey and Jeans. He walked closer and closer, I could make out his features. He had Green and gray eyes. DAMN

“Excuse me, are you Mya?” he asked, smiling. The thick is-land accent vibrated into my ears. I stared at him, blank and frozen. Damn! He had a sexy jaw structure like a model. I was stuck; he didn’t look anything like he did on his profile, that dating site did him no justice. He was a sexy caramel, which wasn’t usually my type, but he deserved an exception.

“Oh, okay, you’re the silent and beautiful type, eh?” he said while flashing a dazzling smile. That seemed to snap me out of my stupor. “Ha-ha, “oh my gosh,” I am so sorry, I had to uh. (Think of something Mya!) “I had drunk a little ginger ale, and it uh went down the wrong airway”, I replied nervous-ly—great start off with a lie smart Mya.

I even threw in a fake dry cough. I stretched my hand out to greet Sam. “Yes, I am Mya, you must be Sam?” “It’s a pleasure, sweetheart.” He kissed my hand; it sent shivers through my body. “Are you ready to go?” He pointed at his truck. “O-oh, yes, let’s go, but where? “ Oh’ what do you like to eat, Mya?” We conversed, walking back to his truck. He held the door open for me, we were pulling out of the apartment complex.

Later that night

To my surprise, He had been so sweet all-night long. I could not help but look deep into those of his eyes. Damn, he was so handsome, which surprised me because of my experiences. “I'm really enjoying this time with you,” I said, smiling at him. “Yeah, me too beautiful,” he said, touching my hand. His warm hand sent shivers through my torso. I never imagined an online blind date would turn out to be right.

After doing nothing but talking and eating, I discovered that He did not have any kids, he was in college, and he was from the islands.

Every time he smiled, I could see how bright his teeth were, his perfectly straight teeth. Damn, he was excellent! I hope I wasn’t blushing. We looked cute together. He was not into a secret second life; he said it was just him no baggage. “Ooh! I feel pregnant!” I joked, rubbing my full stomach. Samuel chuckled at me. “Did you enjoy your meal?” He asked. I was stuffed off the crab legs baked in garlic butter. “Oh my gosh, yes, I did thank you.” “That was so good!” I replied. We left the ‘sea Clover’ he paid for everything, which was not something that I wasn’t use to anymore.

The weather was great, so we rode around in his Ford with the windows down, enjoying each other’s vibe. Samuel talked about settling down and finding the right one. He spoke of his future and goals. Sam was the type of man that I had dreams about. He drove me around to different parts of the town.

He has held every door throughout the night and respected my space. He definitely does not seem to have any “motives.” I checked the time on my phone; it was 11 o clock pm.

I do not want this night to end! I whined I was actually enjoying myself after what seemed like forever. Don’t look easy or thirsty; keep it classy!

“Would you like to come back to my place, Sam?” I asked him. He never took his eyes off the road. “I would love to, beautiful do you have any tea?” He asked, smirking. “As a matter of fact, I do. I love tea, actually!” The ride back to my house, we conversed about tea. It turned out we had a lot in common neither one of us ate pork. We liked the same movies, and we were both goofy but were serious when needed, we had goals and ambition. As he drove to my house, he told me more about the city and about the places that we should visit.

I showed him where he could park, and then I told him straight out, “I just moved in sorry if it’s still messy.”

Well… so much for not having any company. “No worries, love.” He said. “wait right here,” I told him, leaving him outside the front of my door. I unlocked the door and switched on the lights, there was a loud boom! As I tripped on the rug by the door. “Ouch!” I said, getting up. “Is everything okay?” he asked, opening the door peeking in.

“Let me go make that tea,” I said, giggling. I ran into the kitchen the ice cream was still on the counter, I picked it up slinging it back into the deep freezer. The Lid wasn’t on all the way, so the ice cream spilled everywhere it had melted.

I took a long time cleaning it up and spraying air freshener into the air. I ran around the house, stuffing things in places where they would fit.

I made some ginger and mango tea, then I ran around the house, quickly cleaning more stuff up. Then I ran back into the kitchen, grabbing Sam’s, Drink opening the front door, and handed it to him. He walked into the house, “You have a lovely home beautiful,” he said. “Thank you,” I blushed out of breath. “Your home has a familiar smell,” my smile faded. I was caught.

“Come with me,” I said, taking him into my bedroom. I pressed the button on my phone, connecting to my Bluetooth. I blasted the speaker’s reggae blasted through the house. He smiled. “Oh, you listen to my music?” He said, blushing. “Yes, I do,” I said, dancing to the beat. He watched as I danced. “Come on!” I said as I grabbed him. He sat his tea on the nightstand and grabbed my waist dancing along with me as soon as his hands touched my body I jerked dying inside.

This was beautiful, the music switched from Jah cure to Sarani to Mavado, and more…. We were hot and tired, and I was sweaty from dancing. I practiced choreography in my spare time. Sam turned around to drink his tea. I quickly sniffed my-self. “Oh, no girl, you stank,” I said to myself.

“Excuse me…” “I need to take a shower,” I said, smelling myself. “Make yourself at home,” I told him. “Sure, thing beautiful,” he responded. I took a quick shower to clean myself. I dried myself and came out in my bunny pajamas.

“Cute,” he said, smirking. "Would you like to take one?” I asked, pointing to the bathroom while drying my hair. I asked him. “No, thank you I should be getting home,” he said. “Yeah, true,” I said, disappointed. Back to being lonely, I said to myself, “okay,” I said, pouting. “Well, I had a wonderful time,” I told him as I walked him out. Please call me back. I said to myself as he drove away. The next day…

When I woke up in the morning after the best sleep I had ever had, my phone rung it was Sam calling me asking to take me on another date. I was so happy to see him again; I loved the energy he brought.

We had more dates

He kept his promise, he showed me around his city.

July2nd MONDAY: Fresh seafood and dancing tea

July 3rdTUESDAY: gun range, pet shelter, horror movie

July 4th WEDNESDAY: zoo, and a drive-in comedy movie,

July 5THURDAY: Wine tasting, and a reggae club.

TONIGHT: It was the best I had ever had.

FRIDAY, July 6th

He took me to the ice bar early in the afternoon. He was just such a beautiful person. He talked more about his dreams and goals, full game plans that he had in mind. We were getting comfortable with each other he even gave me a cute nickname he called me legs. I thought it was cute because I towered over him a little. The ice bar was such a beautiful place. Everything was frozen and extravagant. Beautiful ice sculptures once you arrive, you are given a winter fur coat and a hat.

Everything was made of ice; it was crystal. The drinks were refreshing in their glasses. It was so cold my nose turned red, and I was shivering. He cuddled with me, keeping me warm. I felt beautiful he let me walk in front of him, kept his eyes on me, always complimenting me, and listening to everything I said. He was perfect, and I was starting to crush on him. Every time I spoke to him, I smiled and blushed.

I looked forward to seeing him every time he left. He was on my mind all day until we saw each other again. Sam was currently taking business classes; he showed me a lot of his financial plans, which was a 3-year plan to gain non stop assets.

At the end of the date, he would kiss my hand and take me home.

, Nevertheless, I could feel deep down he was a good man. This week with him made me feel years younger, and tonight, we agreed to stay at my house and watch a movie after the ice bar. I had been treated out so much that I felt like I had used him.