"Can you tell me what's wrong with me?" I really wanted to hear her answer.

"There's nothing wrong with you, Mike!" Lila said. "It isn't you. I haven't dated anybody!" she protested.

"Then I have to ask, are you a lesbian? Is that why you won't go out with me?"

Lila blushed from my question and answered, "No, Mike, I'm not a lesbian! There are just some things that are going on in my life right now that keep me from dating. I would love to go on a date with you, but now isn't a good time!"

"Then, I have to know Lila, why not?" I demanded.

"Mike, I......