Hello, Web,
You only get one time to make an impression, one moment, one encounter, and inside that entire blip of a moment people will judge you and decide how they will interact with you.
Unfortunately, whether you think it has that big of an impact or not, the human brain is designed to make shortcuts in figuring complicated mechanisms out. Humans are complicated. Thus, subconsciously or not, we have certain "group" and stereotypes that help our brain make certain decisions, like who we want to see, read, or talk with.
The first time I saw my Giant Man, he was walking with his sister in a parking lot to their car. Turns out, I also had parked my car in said parking lot. Universities tend to group people depending on their majors, and even further down to classes. His sister was in one of my classes, so I associated with her previously. That is how I got talking to my future husband and how I introduced myself.
This first-time interaction with GM wasn't a little blip. In fact, if I remember correctly, the three of us talked for a few hours, laughing and having a grand time. For a woman who stands tall at 5'4", I have quite a tall personality. GM was easy to talk to and we liked similar topics of conversation which made the first impression go very well for both of us.
I like to talk. I like to take an interest in other people. Being complicated creatures, humans have always intrigued me in how we interact and communicate with each other. It is hard to step away from making snap judgments when a new person walks into my life, I'm only human. But, I try to give a "second chance" to those who might have been off in the first encounter.
GM and I didn't fall in love right away, in fact, we had quite the roller coaster of a time until it all finally fell into place. But, I feel like life is all about the little journeys and finding what you really want through all the first encounters and second chances.
I want this blog to be a place where I can tell my story and the mini adventures I have with my 6'6" standing husband. I feel like to be heard is one of the most fulfilling feelings in the world. Also, maybe if we can learn from each other, we would be happier.
Then again, these are just the thoughts of a Giant Man's Wife.
