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from the novel 2666 by Roberto Bolaño

I don’t know if I can make it through this.

happycap:

Frank Sinatra - I’ve Got The World On A String

Sunday Night Sinatra.

Better late than never.

me:  oh my god all guys are douchebags

her:  yes, it’s a worry

photojojo:

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(via rickankielsmustache)

Sometimes you have to stop running and just enjoy the day.

Our paths finally cross. This could cause problems.

I walked into a bar one evening to meet a friend for dinner. Instead I ended up meeting a man who was tall, dar… well, he was tall.

Numbers were exchanged and immediate texting began as he was on a flight back to London that night. He would be back in two weeks to take me out. A jet setter. How romantic.

He wined and dined me. We got along well after a few glasses of Baileys. He took me to new places and melted me with every whisper and hand hold. I could tell he had done this before. Flown into town, impressed the young American girl with his accent and dual French/British citizenship. I think they make movies about this starring Hugh Grant.

The back and forth went on for a couple of months and totaled only a handful of dates.

Come to London.
Are you serious?

I didn’t go to London.

Shortly after I didn’t go to London we parted ways. Tears were not shed.

I walked into the same bar today to have a beer with a friend. We stayed 5 minutes too long and a man approached the doorway. I could tell exactly who it was by the long shadow on the floor. I think it took him longer to remember who I was.

You’re the only person who has disconnected from me on facebook, he said.
It was deserved.
I live here now.
So you found work?
I quit and now I’m looking again.
Then nothing has changed since the last time I saw you.
We should go to Rolf’s.
I’ve already been this season.
For Valentine’s Day?

He grabbed my hand and pulled my face into his and I turned away.

Then his date walked into the bar.

2010 NYC Weekend of Percussion

I might show up tomorrow afternoon.