HUGE, HUGE step passed tonight!!!
I had an impromptu Friendsgiving. I was dressed in hostESS mode (sans makeup; red fit & flare dress, cardigan shrug, black tights, ankle booties). I invited a few people, most passed since it was short notice. A GG coworker, who is in the know, came with her boyfriend (also former military, and is familiar with me in guy mode). I was nervous when I invited her since he might come. I wasn't sure how he would respond if he came with. She sounded like she was coming alone, but never confirmed whether or not he was coming with. She knocked on the door, I answered, and they were BOTH here! My heart JUMPED. He acted normal the whole time they were here.
DEEP BREATH!
I SURVIVED!
I had 4 beers while they were here. I think that really helped.