I had my first female guest over since i bought this place twelve years ago and it went super! We had a great time! I've had three male guests over the years and regretted every one. I swore off guests they were so ill-behaved. But having a female guest is swell! We chatted and laughed over tea.

She stayed just over an hour, so it wasn't too stressful. I just asked her over a few hours before so my time was limited for anticipatory anxiety. She brought her dog and he and my dog got all excited and wagging their tails vigorously and running all over! It was very merry!!!

I find i don't enjoy making plans too far in advance anymore. I just end up cancelling and re-scheduling three times and then abandoning the activity. This woman was ideal as she just lives two apartments over from me, so being relatively spontaneous is easier than if we'd had to drive to meet. Investing in my neighbors really has a good return!