This is a disappointing picture. He was smiling, but, he dropped it once the waitress showed up. He’s gotten a lot better about talking and he jokes with me more, now, but, he’s still withheld.

He says I’m intimidating. I don’t understand that; I’m a scrawny white kid, I’m far from intimidating.

I’m not quite sure what to do with him. He’s cute and considerate, but, so withheld the chemistry is still evolving. I can’t get a good fix on things to tell where I should be going with him.

But, I admit, those are weak complaints. He’s respectful, considerate, geeky, ambitious, and comfortable in his own skin. Those are all good things to consider.

Now, if only he weren’t so damn skinny.

And, if only I could catch him smiling.