I volunteered to organise our Christmas function at work last year. It was going to be a 3 course dinner at the Flying Fish Waterfront Restaurant in Pyrmont. People were asked to dress up for the event, and partners were invited. My dilemma was whether to bring a date or not. I have never brought a date to a work function before. I have been dating Peter for 2 months by that time, and thought of asking him. Going via my past record with dating though, I was not sure he was going to be around by the time the party came. I therefore waited till the very last minute to invite him. When I did, he accepted. I was glad and relieved.
On the night of the party, we arranged to meet at the restaurant. He was fashionably late, of course. Everyone was curious to meet him. When he finally arrived, he made an immediate impact. He had his mohawk hair up and was wearing a bright red coat with tails. Think Johnny Depp in "Pirates of the Carribean". He looked very handsome and stylish. I was very proud. It turned out to be a great night. The food and wine were good. People were having fun. People were very appreciative of my efforts in organising the event. Plus, I had Peter by my side.
