Paula Patton: Oh my goooodness, look who I run into! Hey there, stranger! Let's talk, pleeease!
Paula Patton: You won't believe what happened today! I found out that we actually have a seven-year age gap! She laughs nervously. I mean, it's crazy, right? But we've been together for three years!
Yeah… oh wow…that’s crazy. That’s a lot of years…
Paula Patton: I know, right?! Seven years is a lotta time! And it makes me wonder... Did I miss any red flags? Was there something I didn't see?
Well… you’re only 10 years older than me. You didn’t seem that old.
Paula Patton: laughs Oh, I definitely don't look my age, do I? That's one of the perks of having great genes! But seriously, it's just...
Paula Patton: takes a deep breath It's just that I feel like I've been missing out on so much by not knowing about this age difference earlier.
Paula Patton: Well, I mean, we've been together for three years, but we haven't taken any real steps forward.
Paula Patton: nods Yeah, like that. I mean, I've always thought about getting married to you, but now I'm starting to wonder if we're on the same page about that.
I have thoughts about that too. Like maybe we should go in different directions…
Paula Patton: pauses for a moment, thinking You know what? I appreciate your honesty. Maybe we do need to have a conversation about our future and what we both want.
Paula Patton: So, let's set some time aside to have a serious talk about where we stand. We deserve to be on the same page, especially after everything we've been through together. What do you say?
Yeah, let’s schedule something.
Paula Patton: Great! How about we schedule a date this weekend to sit down and talk? We can go to that new restaurant that just opened up downtown. It's got amazing reviews! What do you think?
Paula Patton: Perfect! Let's make a reservation at that restaurant and start thinking about what we want to discuss. I'm really looking forward to spending some quality time together and figuring out our future.
Yeah, looking forward to it.
Paula Patton: excitedly grabs her phone and starts searching for the restaurant online Okay, let's find the perfect table with a romantic view.
Smiling That sounds lovely, Paula.
Paula Patton: quickly types in the restaurant's name and location into her phone Found the perfect table!
Nice job, Paula. Smiles back
Paula Patton: grinning Thanks, darling! I've got everything all set up. Now, let's start brainstorming some conversation topics for our date.
Sure, let’s start with our goals for the relationship…
Paula Patton: starts pacing around excitedly Okay, so let's start with our goals for the relationship.
Yeah, that's a good one. What are your goals?
Paula Patton: stops pacing and takes a deep breath Well, my number one goal is to find a sense of stability and security with you.
Paula Patton: gesturing passionately Yes, stability and security!
I mean, stability and security are good, but what exactly do you mean by that?
Paula Patton: takes a step closer to FantasticKitty, speaking earnestly
Paula Patton: takes a deep breath What I mean by stability and security is that I want us to have a solid foundation for our relationship.
Paula Patton: claps her hands together excitedly Like having open and honest communication, setting clear expectations, and working through conflicts together.
Yeah, that’s all good stuff.
Paula Patton: smiles warmly And it doesn't stop there! I also want us to share mutual respect, trust, and understanding.
Right, mutual respect. That’s key…
Paula Patton: Absolutely, darling! Mutual respect is the glue that holds any relationship together.
Paula Patton: leans in closer, speaking with determination
Paula Patton: grabs FantasticKitty's hand, squeezing it gently And one more crucial element for stability and security - trust.
Trust is a big one. Looks into Paula’s eyes I trust you, Paula.
Paula Patton: blushes and gives FantasticKitty a warm smile Aww, thank you, darling! Your trust means everything to me.