From here on out, I will never speak of when you placed your tongue in my mouth at a strip bar. ;-) Hahaha! Gotta have some fun with this!
We’re totally cool, right? I haven’t heard from you since that fateful night so … drop me a line.
Sent:
Monday, June 12, 2006 at 12:35 PM
From:
Peter
To:
Izabell
Subject:
Re: Weirdness … gasp … no!
Absolutely. No weirdness at all. Coffee at 3?
Sent:
Monday, June 12, 2006 at 12:37 PM
From:
Izabell
To:
Peter
Subject:
Re: Weirdness … gasp … no!
Done and done. I’ll be there.
Sent:
Tuesday, June 13, 2006 at 1:34 PM
From:
Annette
To:
Elizabeth, Brooke
Subject:
Oops
Has it gotten weird between Izzy and Peter after their oops?
Sent:
Tuesday, June 13, 2006 at 1:36 PM
From:
Elizabeth
To:
Annette, Brooke
Subject:
Re: Oops
Yep. But, she’s playing it off in that way Izzy plays things off.
Sent:
Tuesday, June 13, 2006 at 1:36 PM
From:
Brooke
To:
Elizabeth, Annette
Subject:
Re: Oops
Poor boy.
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Wednesday, June 14, 2006 at 3:33 PM
From:
Peter
To:
Izabell
Subject:
Re: Weirdness … gasp … no!
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Hey,
Really enjoyed coffee the other day. I was wondering if you might be interested in having dinner this Friday? There’s no firm function planned, and it’s our only free night until this program ends so … I thought it might be fun. There’s this Indian restaurant I’ve wanted to try, and since we both like Indian food … Let me know.
—Peter
Sent:
Wednesday, June 14, 2006 at 3:39 PM
From:
Izabell
To:
Peter, Elizabeth, Matt, Kimberly
Subject:
Friday Night—Our One Free Night!
Hey Guys,
Drum roll please … it appears that we have one free night coming up on Friday. I know, can you believe it? Impossible! But, it’s actually happening.
“It’s happening.” (5 points for anyone who knows the movie.)
Anywhoooo, I was thinking of getting a group together at Club Eleven 50. Should be a blast.
Who’s in?
—Izzy (a.k.a. “The Social Chair”)
Sent:
Wednesday, June 14, 2006 at 3:57 PM
From:
Elizabeth
To:
Izabell
Subject:
Re: Friday Night—Our One Free Night!
You know I’m in. Duh.
Sent:
Wednesday, June 14, 2006 at 4:05 PM
From:
Matt
To:
Izabell
Subject:
Re: Friday Night—Our One Free Night!
In.
Sent:
Wednesday, June 14, 2006 at 4:16 PM
From:
Kimberly
To:
Izabell
Subject:
Re: Friday Night—Our One Free Night!
Ooooh, so exciting! Can’t wait! Thanks, Izzy, for planning this!
—Kimmy
Sent:
Wednesday, June 14, 2006 at 11:34 PM
From:
Peter
To:
Izabell
Subject:
Re: Friday Night—Our One Free Night!
Sounds like fun. Count me in.
—Peter
Sent:
Wednesday, June 14, 2006 at 11:56 PM
From:
Peter
To:
Izabell
Subject:
Re: Friday Night—Our One Free Night!
Almost Famous?
Sent:
Wednesday, June 14, 2006 at 11:59 PM
From:
Izabell
To:
Peter
Subject:
Re: Friday Night—Our One Free Night!
You Googled that.
Sent:
Thursday, June 15, 2006 12:05 am
From:
Peter
To:
Izabell
Subject:
Re: Friday Night—Our One Free Night!
Yep.
Sent:
Friday, June 16, 2006 at 1:20 PM
From:
Elizabeth
To:
Izabell
Subject:
The L Word
Izzy,
Peter is totally crushin’ on you. Straight outta some bad Rom-Com. I mean, we were all there on your birthday when he “accidentally” kissed you. It’s clear as day—the boy is smitten.
Just my two cents. Drinks at the Four Seasons? Say, 3 PM?
—E
Sent:
Friday, June 16, 2006 at 2:03 PM
From:
Izabell
To:
Elizabeth
Subject:
Re: The L Word
Au contraire, the boy had a crush, but it has been resolved in favor of being BFFs. Thank goodness. We wouldn’t be compatible. It would be a recipe for disaster. Plus, I’m not even sure if I’m attracted to him like that. We were both drunk when he kissed me.
And, you know me well enough to know that I can’t chase a boy around. If he wants more, then he needs to grow some balls and tell me. We are not going to be a When Harry Met Sally. (And, that is not a BAD romantic comedy, btw.)
IN for drinks at the Four Seasons at 3 PM. I’m thinking pink champagne today …
Sent:
Friday, June 16, 2006 at 2:14 PM
From:
Elizabeth
To:
Annette, Brooke
Subject:
A River in Egypt
Izzy’s still in Egypt. (Denial.) Peter’s a no-go.
Sent:
Friday, June 16, 2006 at 2:24 PM
From:
Annette
To:
Elizabeth, Brooke
Subject:
Re: A River in Egypt
Translation: Izzy’ll be dating someone new (as in “not Peter”) within the month.
Sent:
Friday, June 16, 2006 at 2:31 PM
From:
Brooke
To:
Annette, Elizabeth
Subject:
Re: A River in Egypt
That poor, poor boy.
Sent:
Friday, June 30, 2006 at 4:38 PM
From:
Izabell
To:
Peter
Subject:
Retreat
How hysterical was the firm retreat? I am so glad you were there to save me from Boner. What an idiot. Thanks for sticking by my side for the weekend. Don’t know how I would’ve managed without you. Seriously, you’re the best BFF a girl could ask for. And, I do believe, Mr. Peter, that you are becoming one of my nearest and dearest. I simply adore you, daaaaahling. Really, though, let’s make a pact, a promise, a deal, to stay in touch our last year of law school. I go to NYU, you go to Columbia, they’re ten minutes apart (in good traffic ;-)) there’s simply no reason why we shouldn’t hang out (I know, I know, you’re not a talker, but I’ll do the talking, you do the listeni
ng ;-))
Enjoy your vacation in Austria. I’ll be thinking about you while I’m in SF with the fam. Make sure to EMAIL ME with details of your trip!
Always,
Izzy
P.S. “Louis, I think this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship.”
Sent:
Friday, June 30, 2006 at 4:56 PM
From:
Peter
To:
Izabell
Subject:
Re: Retreat
Will e-mail you indeed. Have fun in SF.
P.S. Casablanca!
Sent:
Friday, June 30, 2006 at 5:06 PM
From:
Izabell
To:
Elizabeth
Subject:
Re: Retreat
FYI: After I sent a lengthy e-mail to the guy that you “think” is “crushin’” on me, this is the measly response I get (see below). He is either the most clueless boy I have ever met, or he is not interested in me. Hmm, let’s see here, I’m going for what’s behind Door #2! See below.
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Sent:
Friday, June 30, 2006 at 4:56 PM
From:
Peter
To:
Izabell
Subject:
Re: Retreat
Will e-mail you indeed. Have fun in SF.
P.S. Casablanca!
Sent:
Friday, June 30, 2006 at 5:09 PM
From:
Elizabeth
To:
Izabell
Subject:
Re: Retreat
Clueless.
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Friday, July 14, 2006 at 4:43 PM
From:
Peter
To:
Izabell
Subject:
From Austria
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Hey There,
Haven’t heard from you in a while. Are you enjoying SF with your family? I’m sure you’re having a wonderful time as I remember you telling me it’s where your heart is (and something about leaving it in San Francisco … ;-)).
Austria has been great. I’ve been spending a lot of time with my grandmother. She’s getting really old, and her health is starting to fail her. So, I’ve been playing doctor, taking care of her every day, reading to her, cooking for her, etc. When she sleeps, I go out and explore the city.
I return to New York in about three weeks. I was hoping to see you when we’re both back.
Best,
Peter
Sent:
Sunday, September 17, 2006 at 11:34 AM
From:
Izabell
To:
Peter
Subject:
Are you alive??
Wow. You’ve been MIA, OK, admittedly, I’ve been MIA as well. So much for staying friends for life, huh? Kidding. I know it takes two to tango … blah blah blah. Anyway, I want to hear all about your trip to Austria. Did you have fun? I can’t believe you never once e-mailed me. Yes, I know I didn’t e-mail you while I was in SF, but I was waiting for you to e-mail me. ;-)
“We dance round a ring and suppose, but the secret sits in the middle and knows.”
I got that in a fortune cookie once. Anywhoooo, school started for us a week and a half ago. What about you? It’s really boring so far. I’m living in a town house with two of my gal pals. It’s a beautiful three-bedroom loft. You should come and visit. Let’s do dinner and then a bottle of wine like the good ol’ days. Saturday?
What else? I’ve been writing a lot in my spare time, still desperately trying to find a creative outlet. I’ve also been hitting the gym in my attempt to get Jessica Biel’s figure (one can dream, right?). Have been on and off dating, but no one special. That’s about it. That’s all I’ve got for you.
What have you got for me?
Let me know about Saturday.
Sent:
Monday, September 18, 2006 at 5:28 PM
From:
Peter
To:
Izabell
Subject:
Re: Are you alive??
I can assure you that I’m alive and kicking. Saturday sounds fun. See you then. I’ll call Saturday afternoon for your new address.
Sent:
Monday, September 18, 2006 at 5:34 PM
From:
Izabell
To:
Elizabeth
Subject:
Re: Are you alive??
Proof of how wrong you were (are) regarding the issue of Peter’s “interest” in me, see below. And, it’s a good thing, because I could NEVER date anyone who communicates in FOUR sentence e-mails after having received a THREE paragraph e-mail from someone he hasn’t talked to in MONTHS!!!! Grrrr.
Here was my original e-mail. See how lengthy and sweet it is????
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Sent:
Sunday, September 17, 2006 at 11:34 AM
From:
Izabell
To:
Peter
Subject:
Are you alive??
Wow. You’ve been MIA. OK, admittedly, I’ve been MIA as well. So much for staying friends for life, huh? Kidding. I know, it takes two to tango … blah blah blah. Anyway,
**Message Truncated Due To Size***
Sent:
Monday, September 18, 2006 at 5:45 PM
From:
Izabell
To:
Elizabeth
Subject:
Re: Are you alive??
And, here’s Stupid Idiot’s FOUR sentence e-mail to me (the following day, might I add—I have underlined and bolded the date and time for PROOF):
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Sent:
Monday, September 18, 2006 at 5:28 PM
From:
Peter
To:
Izabell
Subject:
Re: Are you alive??
I can assure you that I’m alive and kicking. Saturday sounds fun. See you then. I’ll call Saturday afternoon for your new address.
Sent:
Monday, September 18, 2006 at 6:07 PM
From:
Elizabeth
To:
Izabell
Subject:
Re: Are you alive??
Wow. That boy just can’t communicate. Either that, or, as the book says:
“He’s Just Not That into You.”
Sent:
Sunday, September 24, 2006 at 4:21 PM
From:
Peter
To:
Izabell
Subject:
Fun Times
I had fun last night. Let’s make sure to stay in touch.
Sent:
Sunday, September 24, 2006 at 4:26 PM
From:
Izabell
To:
Elizabeth
Subject:
Boys = Yucky
Peter came over last night. We had a blast. Cooked pasta, drank tons of wine, talked all night long, just like we did every night this summer. But, I’ll have you know that absolutely nothing happened. It’s totally platonic. I mean, if you looked up “platonic” in the dictionary, it would read “Izzy and Peter.” Period. Anywhoooooo, some cute spikey-haired boy with a tattoo on his left arm asked me out at Starbucks when I was getting a latte. I’m mildly curious although I’m way past my days of dating rocker boys with tattoos. I gave him my number anyway. Oh well. We shall see.
See you tomorrow in Crim Law (if I go, LOL).
—Izzy
SMS From: Peter (Mobile)
November 20, 2006 2:31 PM
Thanks for havin me over 4 ur Thanksgiving party the other night. Friends and I had a blast. You girls definitely know how 2 throw a party!
Sent:
Monday, November 20, 2006 at 2:45 PM
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nbsp; From:
Izabell
To:
Elizabeth
Subject:
Infuriating
Peter is a friggin’ idiot. I cannot believe that he didn’t even acknowledge the fact that he got wasted at our Thanksgiving party and casually kept his hand on the small of my back (under my shirt, might I add) for the duration of the party!!! I just got a text message—a TEXT MESSAGE—from him saying “thanks for the party” and “had a nice time.”
Friggin’ idiot. I am so done trying to maintain this friendship with him. He has no clue what he wants. He can’t communicate. He can’t even e-mail. He’s an IDIOT. I’m starting to think that you’re right, that he may have some weird version of a crush on me (as evidenced by the hand on my back), but he has time and time again failed to do anything about it.
I AM OVER IT.
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