Blind Date - (dad's first entry on the blog)

I've never been on a blind date before, so last night I thought i'd take the plunge...

Strange experience really, though one i'm certain i will never forget.

We met in a well lit room so there was no chance for anything dodgy to go down.

I can't remember who was the first to speak. I think it was me... needless to say she probably didn't think much of whatever dribble came out of my mouth... some astonished gasp followed by "gosh, you're beautiful!" I don't think she was overly impressed with my shameless flattery, but she gave me a glance that assured me i'd at least get a second look in with her.
By the second sentence I was promising her things i'd often felt unable to commit to.

Like unconditional love for a lifetime.

That I would work my life to ensure she was happy, well fed, and clothed. I even promised to teach her everything i know, if she'd care to listen and learn.

I guess I just got a bit caught up in the moment. After all, it's not every day you get to meet the woman of your dreams.

Well at least the last 9 months dreams...

I know i'm already married and all, but from now on it seems i'm a two woman man... the beauty of this situation of course is that Mez is totally sweet with it. We three make quite a harmonious family really.

This mystery woman then has even taken my name for her own, and moved in with us. I'm sure you're as keen as I am to welcome Miss Abbey Elise Monastra to the world and this extraordinary privelege we call life (in the better moments).

She's kinda short,

Kinda cute (in a squashed newborn kinda way!)

Kinda bald (Like her great Grandad (Monastra) but without the side bits), Though she has dad's widow's peak hairline...

Kinda Smelly (in a good way after a bath, in a bad way after... you know)

She has a mind, heart and beautiful clean soul all of her own, God saw her and was pleased, I had to agree, and i'm sure you will too... (and if you don't - keep the opinion to yourself, back in the day I was pretty good at constructing flawless arguments - don't make me do the one-eyed parent thing!)

We're home now after a great first date, and looking forward to many many more...