Page 49 of The Disasters of Dating

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Poppy

No explanation? That feels a little harsh.

I thought you would appreciate it. You know, with the jury being undecided and all.

Poppy

True. I forgot about the jury.

I can’t imagine they are pleased about that.

Poppy

They’ll get over it. Most imaginary people do.

I laugh and lay down on the bed, folding the pillow over to support my head and neck.

So tell me something not personal about yourself.

Poppy

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Finally…

Poppy

I don’t know what to tell you that doesn’t qualify as personal.

Maybe it’s better if we classify it as non-identifying. Meaning it’s not something I would know you by sight if I saw you in a crowd. Or something that can’t access online information about you. That type of thing. So, no mother’s maiden name or name of your first pet or elementary school. That kind of thing. Capiche?

I realize I’ve already broken that rule by giving her the name Lincoln. But she doesn’t know it’s my mom’s maiden name.

Poppy

Are you the Godfather?

I’m sorry, I can’t answer that question as it is definitely personal information. Please don’t make me put you in timeout for rulebreaking.

Poppy

Man, you’re harsh.

Poppy

Okay. My horoscope told me I need to step out of my comfort zone. So hello, not my comfort zone.

Wow. There is a lot to digest in those two sentences. I’m not sure where to start.

Poppy

Maybe you could start with something about yourself.

No. We’re talking about you right now. My mom always said a good conversation is about the other person, not yourself.

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