Dating My Past

Good afternoon.

Please come in.

Make yourselves comfortable.

Appreciate you seeing us on such short notice.

Well, of course. I'm here to help.

So, let's start with understanding why

you two are here in the first place.

It's just trust issues. We're hoping you can help us.

Yes, before things get even more...

let's just say, complicated.

Well, trust is the foundation of any good relationship.

And while it can be hard sometimes...

and complicated,

I'm sure that if we get to the root of the issue,

you two can solve it.

We've tried to solve it, but that did not work

because David just doesn't listen.

That makes me so frustrated.

to the point I don't wanna communicate

or even express how I feel.

Oh, no, no, no. That is not true, Sarah.

That is not true. I do listen to you.

You don't listen to me to hear my perspective.

You know, I don't think you respect me or listen to me.

You know what the problem is?

The problem is Sarah doesn't appreciate me.

No matter what I do in this home

or in this relationship,

all that effort, it goes unnoticed.

What do you mean? I do appreciate you,

but feeling unappreciated goes both ways, you know.

It's hard for me when I'm constantly trying

to communicate with him,

but it's like talking to a brick wall.

What?! I do-- No, no, no, no. I do hear you.

I may not hear you the way you want, but I hear you.

It's not just about hearing the words.

It's about understanding. It's about really being present

and engaging with me. -Yeah, I engage with you--

We're in the same room, but your mind is in the clouds--

Okay!

Calm down.

Let's all just breathe in.

Hold it. Breathe out.

All right. Good.

It's important for me to get both of your perspectives,

just...one at a time.

All right.

Before we dive into your story,

how about I share a little bit of mine?

Your story?

We wouldn't mind hearing you out

as long as you're comfortable to talk about it.

Of course. I wouldn't suggest it if I wasn't.

You see, in life, we go through so many experiences.

And the ones especially in love,

they help teach us a lot.

I've been through many lessons.

And sometimes it takes going through them over and over

and over again before we actually learn them.

And when I was finally ready to learn my lesson,

it helped me make the decision in my life.

So, you've been through relationship troubles, too?

More than you might ever think.

You see, life isn't fair to anyone.

We must all go through our tests and trials and tribulations

that take us to where we are today

to making the right decisions.

My story is like anyone else's.

Tiff.

-That's Mr. McAfee. -Who?

Mr. McAfee, who's looking for a new human resource manager.

I have got to introduce you two.

He's right there. Let's go. Come on. Let's go.

Hey, where are you two going?

Just wait right here and watch our stuff.

We'll be right back.

Okay.

Excuse me. I think I'm lost.

-What? -I'm lost.

Can you give me directions?

Directions to where?

Back to Earth.

'Cause looking at you, I got to be in heaven.

Looks like I'm on the right track.

Hey, do you mind if I join you?

Look, I won't get up all up in your space.

I just couldn't pass up the opportunity

to have a conversation with you.

Just for a little bit.

I'm-a take that as a yes.

So, um...what's your name?

Lexie.

Lexie Jackson.

It was nice to meet you, sexy. Ah, I meant Lexie.

Okay. Nice to meet you, too.

Can I get you a drink?

I mean, I guess another margarita wouldn't hurt.

Um, I'll have another margarita.

Okay.

Thank you.

So, Lexie, do you wanna play a game?

What's the game?

The game is I'm going to ask you a question.

Personal questions. But let me guess the answer.

You down?

I mean, I'm always down for a challenge, so...

Okay, question one. It's an easy question.

If you go anywhere in the world,

where would you go?

Ah-ah. Remember the rules.

Let me guess.

You tell me if I'm right or wrong.

-Okay. -Okay?

Judging by your adventurous vibe,

I'm-a guess...

Thailand.

Why would you say Thailand?

Because...tropical atmosphere,

beautiful beaches,

nice restaurants, luxurious resorts.

But can you see yourself going to Thailand?

I mean, if you describe it like that,

yeah, I can see myself going to Thailand.

Okay. All right, next question.

If you could master any skill overnight,

what would it be?

With those big eyes,

I bet you see the beauty in everything.

So, I'm-a guess...painting. That's what I'm gonna guess.

See, the greatest painters in the world,

they paint the world through the eyes.

I would love to see the world through your eyes.

Am I close?

Say you're pretty close.

Last question.

If you can have dinner with any historical person,

who would it be?

You look like somebody who...

values intellect and appreciates poetry,

so, I'm-a guess...

Oscar Wilde or...

Maya Angelou.

Am I right?

Am I right about you?

Maya Angelou.

Pretty good at this.

Is there anything you wanna ask me?

Oh. No, not really.

Not even my name? You don't wanna know my name?

Girl, you don't wanna know my name?

Well, I'm sorry. What's your name?

See, I thought you would never ask.

I'm Jeremiah.

Jeremiah Cooper.

So, uh, sexy...would you like to go somewhere alone?

I'm actually here with my friends, so...

Your friends? You ain't got no friends.

Where your friends at? You-- You ain't got no friends, girl.

We'll be back before they even know you gone.

Well...I guess, if we come back soon.

How's tomorrow?

How about the day after that?

Come on. Let's go.

- Would you like some water? - No, we're good.

You know, if my husband wasn't here,

I would have asked you to give me more of the juicy details.

Well, let's keep it professional for now, Sarah.

Just for now.

-So...where were we? -Oh, hold on, hold on.

Okay, so...I-I agree with you with that whole learning

somebody else's past, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah,

David!

But do we really need to know your love story right now?

Aren't you charging us by the hour?

I mean, see what I mean?

Just another way of making more money.

Firstly, David, I really would like to thank you

for being so upfront and honest with me.

Now, I respect that, and at this point,

expect it from all my clients.

Secondly, I know while this may seem very unnecessary

and maybe even annoying at times.

Trust me, all right?

I wouldn't be sharing this if I didn't think

it would add value to our session.

-But you're still an expert-- -David, please let her continue.

Please. Trust me.

Every therapist has

their methods on how they choose to help their clients.

This would be mine. All right?

An interesting and novel way indeed.

Thank you for saying that.

I respect your time and your patience,

which is why I'd like to continue

until our session is over.

All right, so where were we?

Now, this next gentleman who I met...

...is definitely someone who's memorable

to the prospects that I have.