Every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end.

- Semisonic, Closing Time

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"You see, Jacob and Christa are the epitome of an 'It's Complicated' relationship. At this point, I'm just coming along for the ride. (Turns to me.) Yeah, Christa... I don't know when I'll ever understand you two.  It won't be until you two get married that I'll finally have some idea of what you are to each other."

Julie is a true bro.

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"Okay, I'm going to comfort you now.  I am about to pat you on the shoulder with an open palm.  Are you ready?"

I slowly follow through with three slow pats on his shoulder.  This is quickly ranking as one of the most awkward acts of sympathy ever.  I end with, "Are you... comforted?  Did I... do good?"

I get a laugh and a, "What...?" in reply.  He was just dumped by his fiancee a week ago.  What's the right thing to say to someone going through that?  When he first told me the news, I had no idea how to react other than, "I'm here for you.  I don't know what to say or do, but I can fill you with alcohol."

His moping was very interesting.  He sighed, "Christa, all I want is a cute white girl that likes Asian guys, that will settle down with me and will let me geek out about everything."

I replied with poetic life lessons, with a decent amount of alcohol running through my bloodstream, "Well, I gotta tell ya', the dating scene in your early 20's can kind of suck major ass.  I'm speaking from experience.  I've had guys I've really clicked with but nothing's really come out of any of it.  Other than Jacob... but even then, Jacob and I are very complex.  Oh, I like Jacob.  I miss him.  He's a cat guy... look, he made a Facebook page for his cat.  I love his cat.  He loves his cat so much.  OH, Jacob just messaged me!  Awww.  He says I'm awesome.  Aww oh my god, I miss him.  What was I saying...?  Oh, yes.  Yes, San Diego is a very single city.  So good luck.  But every step of the way, I will alcohol with you."

He replied with a smile, "Thanks, Christa."