So, I had my second trip out and about this weekend.
We reprised our trip to the same trans friendly gay club/bar we went to last time as we both felt comfortable there and really enjoyed the vibe, the crowd and the venue.
The weather has been a bit iffy so instead of the sleeveless cocktail dress I was going to wear I went with floral jeggings, a nude shoulder blouse and my closed high heels (first time I have worn closed heels for any length of time). I accessorized with some floral type jewelry and a flower hair clip (it WAS a spring party and I felt the need to make an effort)...
We forgot to draw cash on Saturday morning, so on the way to the club we stopped at our local service station and I drew some cash from the ATM... Stepping out of the car in full site of people who may or may not be sympathetic was a bit of a THING, but I felt I had to do it. It was all very new and a little nerve wracking. Especially when a car pulled up right behind me and the 2 guys didn't get out but watched me do my thing. I got my cash, stuffed it into my bag and made a beeline for the car.
We went to the club and danced, chatted, caught up and met some new people... Had a drink usual stuff... I was in a very festive mood and danced more than usual. It was a LOT of fun and I was far more relaxed than the first time out. I realised that sandals are far easier to dance in than closed shoes but I didn't let that minor detail get in my way WHAT FUN!
Then a very unexpected (well for naive little me anyway) thing happened...
My wife said that she had overheard some of the men at the bar discussing me. I said she must have been mistaken... Anyway some time later one of the men wandered over from the bar and put a drink down in front of me and then put his hand on my back, asking if I wanted it. He rubbed my back in a friendly sort of way...
I was so surprised! I mean intellectually I knew this could happen but I didn't expect it to happen to ME! Anyway I was literally speechless (which is rare for me). Fortunately one of the other girls came to my rescue and engaged him in conversation while I did my deer in the headlights impersonation. He lost interest and left. I feel bad but it was just so unexpected (and a little flattering). So I have resolved to practice some polite, humorous but firm put downs just in case I need these in future. I kind of thought having my wife around as 'bouncer' would be sufficient deterrent but it seems I was wrong.
It was a little strange and very flattering! Fortunately my wife was ok with it all and found it somewhat amusing.
We met some lovely new people, had a nice conversation about shopping and stuff and then and then we left a little later.
I was so buzzed I asked my wife to drive us a round for a bit whilst we chatted. Sadly it seems the South African Police Services 'Tranny Intelligence Division' are getting more on the ball as we saw a police roadblock in the distance, so my wife diverted down some side roads and got home without incident. I am still not ready to face a police officer and explain the situation to him/her.
What a lovely night out.