--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: So, what time do you get off work? Would…" description: "\"“So, what time do you get off work? Would you like to grab something to eat afterward?” She released a soft exhale. “Derrick, you seem like a really ni..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/81b/carmen-desousa-36986_children_so-what-time-do-you-get-off-work-would-y_1033797.jpg" --- # So, what time do you get off work? Would you like to grab… ![“So, what time do you get off work? Would you like to grab something to eat afterward?” She released a soft exhale. “Derrick, you seem like a really nice guy, but didn’t you notice that I’m a lot older than you? How are you even in medical school? I know what you are ... you’re one of those young…” quote by Carmen DeSousa](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/81b/carmen-desousa-36986_children_so-what-time-do-you-get-off-work-would-y_1033797.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/81b/carmen-desousa-36986_children_so-what-time-do-you-get-off-work-would-y_1033797.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/81b/carmen-desousa-36986_children_so-what-time-do-you-get-off-work-would-y_1033797.jpg) > ““So, what time do you get off work? Would you like to grab something to eat afterward?” She released a soft exhale. “Derrick, you seem like a really nice guy, but didn’t you notice that I’m a lot older than you? How are you even in medical school? I know what you are ... you’re one of those young princes from overseas, aren’t you? From Romania maybe? You have such dark hair and eyes, like a gypsy.” He laughed. “I’m not so sure if that was a compliment or if I should be offended, but you’re not even close.” He continued to chuckle as he pulled out his wallet. “I was born in Massachusetts, I assure you, and I’m older than you think.” He was also ten years older than his driver’s license indicated, but he couldn’t share that with her. She peeked at his date of birth. “Twenty-five? I’m twenty-five! You barely look eighteen, while I probably look thirty,” she groaned. He furrowed his brow. “Most people say I look at least nineteen, so I’m above the legal age to date. That’s why I showed you my license, though. No one ever believes me,” he said through a laugh, attempting to set her at ease. “And you don’t look thirty. Twenty-nine tops,” he said, grinning. She smacked his arm. “Hey, that’s just mean to kick a girl when she’s already feeling inferior.” “Maybe that’s why I can’t get a pretty young woman to have dinner with me.” “I’m sure you get turned down all the time. Not!” He chuckled softly. “Actually, you’re the first woman I’ve asked out in a year.” She released a non-believing puff of air. “I’m flattered. But honestly, I really don’t have time to date. And ...” She paused, reaching into her backpack and pulling out her wallet too. She flipped it open and held it out for his inspection. “I have an eight-year-old daughter.” He stole a peek into the rearview mirror, then glanced at the picture of Janelle and her daughter. It appeared to be one of those shots taken at a cheap photo box booth in the mall. Her daughter had the same color hair, identical features, same smile. Even with the seventeen-year difference, they looked more like sisters than mother and daughter. “Nice try, but you failed to deter me. How about we study together at a coffee shop.” She released a long sigh. “You’re sweet —” “Oh, no ...” He laughed harder than before. He felt so natural with her. “Not sweet, anything but sweet.” She”” [Carmen DeSousa](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/carmen-desousa/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. A flirtatious exchange reveals age insecurities, cultural assumptions, and the complexities of dating with hidden responsibilities. **In simple terms:** People hide true ages and backgrounds while dating. Key Takeaway Be honest about your situation early. Themes dating age insecurity honesty cultural stereotypes Mood awkward humorous reflective Type dialogue scene character interaction When to use this quote - first dates - online dating - meeting parents - revealing personal history Key Concepts identity social perception relationship dynamics Questions to Reflect On - How do you balance honesty with vulnerability in early romance? - What assumptions do we make based on appearance? 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I know what you are ... you’re one of those young princes from overseas, aren’t you? From Romania maybe? You have such dark hair and eyes, like a gypsy.” He laughed. “I’m not so sure if that was a compliment or if I should be offended, but you’re not even close.” He continued to chuckle as he pulled out his wallet. “I was born in Massachusetts, I assure you, and I’m older than you think.” He was also ten years older than his driver’s license indicated, but he couldn’t share that with her. She peeked at his date of birth. “Twenty-five? I’m twenty-five! You barely look eighteen, while I probably look thirty,” she groaned. He furrowed his brow. “Most people say I look at least nineteen, so I’m above the legal age to date. That’s why I showed you my license, though. No one ever believes me,” he said through a laugh, attempting to set her at ease. “And you don’t look thirty. Twenty-nine tops,” he said, grinning. 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