Tinder. Yes, the dating app that nobody uses for dating but instead for hookups. I downloaded the app not fully aware of most people’s intentions but never the less I became addicted to swiping. I wasn’t getting many matches and I wondered why. I never found out why but that ceased to matter to me when I matched with Connor Holsworth.
After Connor and I matched we began talking everyday. He could actually hold a conversation unlike most guys I know, and it was nice to talk to somebody new. We talked about our life plans. I shared that I was lost and had no idea what I really wanted for my life. He reassured me that it would be okay and told me that he felt the same way. He shared that he had been to culinary school, hot right? A guy who actually enjoys conversation and cooking- that checks two in the husband box. We talked about our families and suprisingly we had quite a few things in common while our situations were still very different. Lastly, we bonded over gow shitty our last relationships had been. I quickly found myself falling for him, the boy I met on Tinder.
We eventually got comfortable enough to meet each other in person. He picked me up from my dorm and took me on a car tour of Lawrence. After the tour he took me to his favorite outdoor spot in the middle of nowhere. I know what you’re thinking, it’s either you’re going to get raped or murdered. Luckily neither of those things happened, we just sat there and talked for hours. It began getting really late and he realized that he should probably take me home. He attempted to start the car but we went nowhere. His car died! We were so caught up in one another that nieither of us realized the car was even on. He called his friend for a jump and then once it was jumped he took me back to my dorm. He texted me when he got home to say that he was really embarrassed and he understood if I didn’t want to go out with him again. I think I suprised him when I said I did want to see him again.
The following day we spent the whole day together. He picked me up and took me to another of his favotite outdoor spots. This time it was a walking trail (I know, not as creepy). Again we spent a lot of time talking. We both got super hot and sweaty so we headed back for his car. Once we were on the way back to my dorm he asked if he could come inside. At first I was hesitant because we technically aren’t supposed to have guests due to COVID but for some reason I couldn’t tell him no. I actually broke the rules for a guy! I’m still completely shocked that I actually did that; I hope nobody tells on me. We didn’t do much other than watch Vampire Diaries but he kissed me. The kiss was a good kiss too, like one of those magical movie kisses. He left later that night and I missed him.
Fast forward to now, we have spent many days and nights together. Yes I said nights, some more innocent than others. What I’m trying to say is I’ve spent a lot of time with Connor but I feel like I will never be able to get enough of him. I look forward to the numerous other days and nights we will get to spend together. Who knew Tinder had so much to offer? On the low I kind of recommend downloading it. For me it was worth it, maybe it will be for you also.
P.S. Connor, if you’re reading this, I hope it makes you smile.