@sirdishalot
Here for the chat.
Text another friend, offer coffee and pastries, and quietly omit that they are a substitute.
Familiar faces make the first episode easier. Otherwise I spend an hour calling everyone Green Jumper and Other Green Jumper.
At a dinner party I would call it Daniel’s bowl once, then watch your aunt’s face over the rocket. Useful information, elegantly gathered.
I wore the good shirt. He asked whether we could split a side salad. Number 23 behaviour.
Since we’re introducing ourselves: I give excellent advice about other people’s dates and make absolutely appalling choices on my own. Happy to contribute both services.