There’s a funny moment that occurs when someone says, “I have met someone.”

Or the moment that occurs when a friend brings someone to an event without any prior notice and you are introduced. He or she doesn’t say “This is my friend [insert name].” It’s just “This is [insert name].”

You give a double take. As you step away, you silently draw your breath. Is that who she is—? Is that…? You don’t think the girl with blonde hair is his type? Or that the guy who rides a motorcycle with tats?