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DarkHorse · 7 February 2010, 07:07 PM

This is a little tale about something that happened to me about 3 months ago. I would love to hear your feedback and/or your own similar experiences if you've had any. Maybe this will help me stop feeling like such a jackass!

One afternoon after another day of bludging around in my office shuffling papers and lurking on TRF - I decided to grab some lunch. As has been a habit for me since I hit the tender old age of 28, I thought I'd get some sushi as I somehow feel it is healthier than other foods as it is not processed and generally fresh. I went to my usual sushi train type restaurant and sat in the only spare seat. I noticed immediately that there was a particularly cute girl sitting next to me and I could tell she noticed me too as we exchanged pleasant smiles, so far so good. I grab a few plates and start eating (never a good look) and I start thinking about a way of initiating a conversation with this adorable girl. All of a sudden I notice she's wearing a ladies DJ with Jubilee (RolexRolexRolex) Dial. I will point out at this juncture that in Sydney, Australia where I live - people wearing Rolex's are almost non-existent. Anyway I immediately strike up a conversation with this girl and we start chatting about her watch and my watch (I was wearing my DJ that day, thankfully). It also turns out this girl is the same age as me, is very intelligent and witty and everything is going great. It's like something out of a movie at this moment. Anyway the girl had finished her food a good 5-10 minutes earlier and was sitting around purely for the conversation. This is the juncture at which I really screw it up - the pause in the conversation between topics when I should have asked her for her number and in my stupidity for reasons I cannot explain do not. The girl calls the waitress over and pays her bill on the spot. She then puts her arm on my shoulder and says something along the lines of 'nice chatting to you' and gives me a look expecting me to do something, but alas I don't do anything at all - then she exits my life forever. I went back the next day at the exact same time hoping she might be there, but no luck. Exactly a week later I tried once again and once again she was nowhere to be seen. I believe that life presents you certain moments and opportunities from time to time - I feel like I royally screwed this one up. I've never been afraid to approach cute girls and chat to them and ask for a number at the appropriate moment if I feel that we click. For some reason on this particular day though I didn't go through with it and I think I'll regret this for a very long time.

So there you have it - I realise it's no Joeychitwood epic story or anything like that, just another day in the life of Dave :)

swatty · 7 February 2010, 07:11 PM

Thanks for sharing Dave

Now where was this ? I'm going tommorrow

swatty · 7 February 2010, 07:13 PM

Thanks for sharing Dave

Now where was this ? I'm going tommorrow

Nicko · 7 February 2010, 08:02 PM

Reminds me of the song "Beautiful" by James Blunt...Wonderful story! Yes, but once one door closes, another one opens....Go look for that door!

Nairn1980 · 7 February 2010, 08:44 PM

wow what a story!
Here's the thing.....if its meant to be it WILL be
Whats for you will NOT go by you.

If you are meant to be with this girl, you WILL meet again :)

If you dont meet again, it wasnt meant to be....

thats my feelings........all the best :)

DarkHorse · 7 February 2010, 08:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by swatty

Thanks for sharing Dave

Now where was this ? I'm going tommorrow

Matt would be disappointed if you ditched lunch with him tomorrow to go chasing my dreamgirl! =]

Gaijin · 7 February 2010, 09:03 PM

You will see her again. And when you do, bumrush her. No screwing around. Get her digits!

R1@160@alltimes · 7 February 2010, 09:54 PM

Everything happens for a reason....plenty of fish in the sea

mrh1797 · 7 February 2010, 10:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DarkHorse

Matt would be disappointed if you ditched lunch with him tomorrow to go chasing my dreamgirl! =]

We are going together to get her!!

DarkHorse · 7 February 2010, 10:19 PM

So that's how it is huh? =]

Nicko · 7 February 2010, 10:45 PM

"You're Beautiful"

My life is brilliant.

My life is brilliant.
My love is pure.
I saw an angel.
Of that I'm sure.
She smiled at me on the subway.
She was with another man.
But I won't lose no sleep on that,
'Cause I've got a plan.

You're beautiful. You're beautiful.
You're beautiful, it's true.
I saw your face in a crowded place,
And I don't know what to do,
'Cause I'll never be with you.

Yeah, she caught my eye,
As we walked on by.
She could see from my face that I was,
Flying high,
And I don't think that I'll see her again,
But we shared a moment that will last till the end.

You're beautiful. You're beautiful.
You're beautiful, it's true.
I saw your face in a crowded place,
And I don't know what to do,
'Cause I'll never be with you.

You're beautiful. You're beautiful.
You're beautiful, it's true.
There must be an angel with a smile on her face,
When she thought up that I should be with you.
But it's time to face the truth,
I will never be with you.

Rscmaine · 7 February 2010, 11:10 PM

Place an ad "We talked Rolex watches over sushi - you in your Datejust and me in mine - can we meet again?"

How many could there be? (and even if it isn't the same girl, you get a Rolex girl!!!)

DarkHorse · 7 February 2010, 11:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rscmaine

Place an ad "We talked Rolex watches over sushi - you in your Datejust and me in mine - can we meet again?"

How many could there be? (and even if it isn't the same girl, you get a Rolex girl!!!)

Idle Swede · 7 February 2010, 11:41 PM

.

Wooow, what an amazing story.

I have one question though?

.

What color was the Jubilee dial?

Brunotheboxer · 7 February 2010, 11:47 PM

Learn from this brah.

Idle Swede · 7 February 2010, 11:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brunotheboxer

Learn from this brah.

Agree Bruno, always note the dial color.

Brunotheboxer · 7 February 2010, 11:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Idle Swede

Agree Bruno, always note the dial color.

zseriessub · 8 February 2010, 01:47 AM

Don't feel bad, man. Blowing perfect opportunities like this is the story of my life...

tjs3023 · 8 February 2010, 01:54 AM

Are you a reguler at that sushi place? If so, are you friendly w/ a waiter or waitress there that you could ask "hey,did you see the girl I was talking to the other day? Could you give her my business card if you see her again" You'll be married in no time, we'll all be guests and a movie will be made.

brkanand · 8 February 2010, 02:03 AM

I have her number with me. She is visiting Antigua. Just kidding Dave. If I ever find her location, you will be informed. Enjoy life

lavaman · 8 February 2010, 02:21 AM

Yea, you blew it :-)

Look, listen to some Jimmy Buffett or Chris Isaak, have a laugh, and when The One comes along and asks, you can just refer to Rolex Girl as "pre-you" baby...

Rscmaine · 8 February 2010, 03:04 AM

Here's a nice girl in a Datejust...

Was this her?

Mosco · 8 February 2010, 03:13 AM

Dave,

has anyone ever told you you look like the 'Girls Gone Wold' dude?

As far as the girl - no worries, if it is meant to be, it'll be. This way you know if you run into her again, it is no accident. Universe has a funny way of connecting dots, so have faith, my man!

erwin · 8 February 2010, 03:33 AM

Just take a cold shower!

ft laud mike · 8 February 2010, 03:49 AM

Try going back to same restaurant around the same day/time, maybe she will be there expecting to see you again.... if not at least you can have lunch again

onkyo · 8 February 2010, 03:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rscmaine

Here's a nice girl in a Datejust...

Was this her?

Her watch was definitively enhanced.

clew84 · 8 February 2010, 03:54 AM

Dude - tough one. As Gretzky said, you miss 100% of the shots you don't take.

Don't give up and I bet you'll find her again.

Rscmaine · 8 February 2010, 03:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by onkyo

Her watch was definitively enhanced.

Oh, yeah...she's wearing a watch...(only a TRF WIS would look there first)

JBat · 8 February 2010, 06:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DarkHorse

So that's how it is huh? =]

Been there, done that, Dave. All the more reason to not let it happen again. Who knows, you may see here again.

kcmo · 8 February 2010, 06:58 AM

Dave, as others have said...if it's MEANT TO BE, then your paths will cross again

Don't beat yourself up too badly!

7 February 2010, 07:07 PM	#1
DarkHorse "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Dave Location: Sydney Watch: 118239 Posts: 413	The one that got away (My Rolex Dreamgirl) This is a little tale about something that happened to me about 3 months ago. I would love to hear your feedback and/or your own similar experiences if you've had any. Maybe this will help me stop feeling like such a jackass! One afternoon after another day of bludging around in my office shuffling papers and lurking on TRF - I decided to grab some lunch. As has been a habit for me since I hit the tender old age of 28, I thought I'd get some sushi as I somehow feel it is healthier than other foods as it is not processed and generally fresh. I went to my usual sushi train type restaurant and sat in the only spare seat. I noticed immediately that there was a particularly cute girl sitting next to me and I could tell she noticed me too as we exchanged pleasant smiles, so far so good. I grab a few plates and start eating (never a good look) and I start thinking about a way of initiating a conversation with this adorable girl. All of a sudden I notice she's wearing a ladies DJ with Jubilee (RolexRolexRolex) Dial. I will point out at this juncture that in Sydney, Australia where I live - people wearing Rolex's are almost non-existent. Anyway I immediately strike up a conversation with this girl and we start chatting about her watch and my watch (I was wearing my DJ that day, thankfully). It also turns out this girl is the same age as me, is very intelligent and witty and everything is going great. It's like something out of a movie at this moment. Anyway the girl had finished her food a good 5-10 minutes earlier and was sitting around purely for the conversation. This is the juncture at which I really screw it up - the pause in the conversation between topics when I should have asked her for her number and in my stupidity for reasons I cannot explain do not. The girl calls the waitress over and pays her bill on the spot. She then puts her arm on my shoulder and says something along the lines of 'nice chatting to you' and gives me a look expecting me to do something, but alas I don't do anything at all - then she exits my life forever. I went back the next day at the exact same time hoping she might be there, but no luck. Exactly a week later I tried once again and once again she was nowhere to be seen. I believe that life presents you certain moments and opportunities from time to time - I feel like I royally screwed this one up. I've never been afraid to approach cute girls and chat to them and ask for a number at the appropriate moment if I feel that we click. For some reason on this particular day though I didn't go through with it and I think I'll regret this for a very long time. So there you have it - I realise it's no Joeychitwood epic story or anything like that, just another day in the life of Dave :) __________________ The world is safe again... but for how long? Current: TAG Heuer 2000 Classic, Kobold Phantom Tactical Chronograph, Rolex Submariner 16610, Breitling Superocean Heritage Chronograph A13320 (Crowe Edition), Rolex Day-Date 118239

7 February 2010, 09:54 PM	#8
R1@160@alltimes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: ♛ Posts: 4,408	Everything happens for a reason....plenty of fish in the sea __________________

7 February 2010, 10:19 PM	#10
DarkHorse "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Dave Location: Sydney Watch: 118239 Posts: 413	So that's how it is huh? =] __________________ The world is safe again... but for how long? Current: TAG Heuer 2000 Classic, Kobold Phantom Tactical Chronograph, Rolex Submariner 16610, Breitling Superocean Heritage Chronograph A13320 (Crowe Edition), Rolex Day-Date 118239

7 February 2010, 11:10 PM	#12
Rscmaine "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Nat Parkinson Location: Maine, USA Watch: me pull a rabbit.. Posts: 1,196	Place an ad "We talked Rolex watches over sushi - you in your Datejust and me in mine - can we meet again?" How many could there be? (and even if it isn't the same girl, you get a Rolex girl!!!) __________________ When the alien spaceships actually landed, to everyone's surprise, it turned out that the world's governments had not been hiding anything. They were just as clueless as the rest of us!

8 February 2010, 03:04 AM	#22
Rscmaine "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Nat Parkinson Location: Maine, USA Watch: me pull a rabbit.. Posts: 1,196	Here's a nice girl in a Datejust... Was this her? __________________ When the alien spaceships actually landed, to everyone's surprise, it turned out that the world's governments had not been hiding anything. They were just as clueless as the rest of us!

7 February 2010, 07:11 PM	#2
swatty 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Peter Location: Sydney Watch: The Game Posts: 17,415	Thanks for sharing Dave Now where was this ? I'm going tommorrow

7 February 2010, 07:13 PM	#3
swatty 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Peter Location: Sydney Watch: The Game Posts: 17,415	Thanks for sharing Dave Now where was this ? I'm going tommorrow

7 February 2010, 08:02 PM	#4
Nicko Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Not here anymore Posts: 4,787	Reminds me of the song "Beautiful" by James Blunt...Wonderful story! Yes, but once one door closes, another one opens....Go look for that door!

7 February 2010, 08:44 PM	#5
Nairn1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: UK Watch: GMT Posts: 8,401	wow what a story! Here's the thing.....if its meant to be it WILL be Whats for you will NOT go by you. If you are meant to be with this girl, you WILL meet again :) If you dont meet again, it wasnt meant to be.... thats my feelings........all the best :)

7 February 2010, 09:03 PM	#7
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,173	You will see her again. And when you do, bumrush her. No screwing around. Get her digits!

7 February 2010, 10:45 PM	#11
Nicko Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Not here anymore Posts: 4,787	"You're Beautiful" My life is brilliant. My life is brilliant. My love is pure. I saw an angel. Of that I'm sure. She smiled at me on the subway. She was with another man. But I won't lose no sleep on that, 'Cause I've got a plan. You're beautiful. You're beautiful. You're beautiful, it's true. I saw your face in a crowded place, And I don't know what to do, 'Cause I'll never be with you. Yeah, she caught my eye, As we walked on by. She could see from my face that I was, Flying high, And I don't think that I'll see her again, But we shared a moment that will last till the end. You're beautiful. You're beautiful. You're beautiful, it's true. I saw your face in a crowded place, And I don't know what to do, 'Cause I'll never be with you. You're beautiful. You're beautiful. You're beautiful, it's true. There must be an angel with a smile on her face, When she thought up that I should be with you. But it's time to face the truth, I will never be with you.

7 February 2010, 11:41 PM	#14
Idle Swede Suspended Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Leo Location: Boca Raton Posts: 13,820	. Wooow, what an amazing story. I have one question though? . What color was the Jubilee dial?

7 February 2010, 11:47 PM	#15
Brunotheboxer Banned Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Bruno Location: Boston/Cape Cod Watch: 16610,PAM. 111, G Posts: 7,608	Learn from this brah.

8 February 2010, 01:47 AM	#18
zseriessub Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 302	Don't feel bad, man. Blowing perfect opportunities like this is the story of my life...

8 February 2010, 01:54 AM	#19
tjs3023 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: NJ Posts: 136	Are you a reguler at that sushi place? If so, are you friendly w/ a waiter or waitress there that you could ask "hey,did you see the girl I was talking to the other day? Could you give her my business card if you see her again" You'll be married in no time, we'll all be guests and a movie will be made.

8 February 2010, 02:03 AM	#20
brkanand 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: DrK Location: India Watch: 4=YMDaytonaGMTHulk Posts: 7,062	I have her number with me. She is visiting Antigua. Just kidding Dave. If I ever find her location, you will be informed. Enjoy life

8 February 2010, 02:21 AM	#21
lavaman Banned Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: The Airport Watch: what happens next Posts: 1,942	Yea, you blew it :-) Look, listen to some Jimmy Buffett or Chris Isaak, have a laugh, and when The One comes along and asks, you can just refer to Rolex Girl as "pre-you" baby...

8 February 2010, 03:13 AM	#23
Mosco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Cincinnati Watch: I like to... Posts: 18,567	Dave, has anyone ever told you you look like the 'Girls Gone Wold' dude? As far as the girl - no worries, if it is meant to be, it'll be. This way you know if you run into her again, it is no accident. Universe has a funny way of connecting dots, so have faith, my man! __________________ Instagram - @CaliberSwiss *“A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance.” - Hunter S. Thompson*

8 February 2010, 03:33 AM	#24
erwin - Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Erwin Location: Hollywood, Ca Watch: SD Posts: 1,032	Just take a cold shower! __________________ Your watch silently speaks about your character! sd/datejust/tudor/a couple of vintage omegas/tissotMB Meisterstuck Bordeaux pen/MB Noblesse Oblige/Starwalker/MB Classique Fountain pen/MB no 149

8 February 2010, 03:49 AM	#25
ft laud mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: ft lauderdale Posts: 250	Try going back to same restaurant around the same day/time, maybe she will be there expecting to see you again.... if not at least you can have lunch again

8 February 2010, 03:54 AM	#27
clew84 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Chris Location: Cincinnati Watch: me soar Posts: 930	Dude - tough one. As Gretzky said, you miss 100% of the shots you don't take. Don't give up and I bet you'll find her again. __________________ Rolex Sea Dweller 16600 Omega SMP IWC 3227-01 Autodromo Prototipo

8 February 2010, 06:58 AM	#30
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Dave, as others have said...if it's MEANT TO BE, then your paths will cross again Don't beat yourself up too badly!

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