The Next Step

Austin and I were having this chat at a crowded restaurant and we could hear the people at our neighboring table clearly talking about medical conditions and dysfunctional families, so Austin and I naturally started talking about our love life. But in code and innuendo.

Austin: Back when I started dating you, none of my friends had much experience with dating. I mean, I didn’t have anyone to talk to. I mean, Megen, she dated a lot.
Me: Oh yeah, I remember you telling me about that, that you went to Megen when you were ready to take the next step in our relationship, but you weren’t ready for a commitment.
Austin: I was ready to take the next step for years.
Me, palm over face.