Looking Up

      I arrive early – I’m always early. I survey the scene and buy a cup of coffee – the umpteenth cup actually. I choose a table where I can see the doors. This Starbuck’s has two. And lots of glass. Huge windows to see who’s coming. I’ve done this so many times now – always at Starbuck’s. What will she look like in person? It’s hard to tell from photos. What will we talk about? I’m such a great conversationalist. Maybe that’s what dooms these blind dates.