Ok man, here's the deal.
Vista's on the right direction. The thing about women who work in places like that (Hooters, strip clubs etc.) is that they want to be treated like normal women. The last thing they want is their "date" (I put it in quotes because you said this wasn't a romantic thing) is to feel normal, appreciated for
who they are, not like a sex object. But I'm sure you know all this, you're a stand up guy.
Take Vista's advice. Go to dinner somewhere unique if possible, a little quiet resteraunt that has some charm. Doesn't have to be expensive or anything. Depending on how well you know her, you can go two different directions. Movies are easy if you have trouble making conversation, and afterwards, you have something to talk about. BUT, it's impersonal in many ways. You can go do something silly and fun, like go play minature golf or drive go-carts etc. Fun stuff that everyone likes to do, but as we grow up we never have the opportunity to do. Or, if you guys have similar interests, like art, you could go to an art museum. You like music? Find a 18+ club that has some bands playing. Sports? Minor league baseball/hockey is always a good time. Nature? Botanical gardens, parks, walks on the beach...well maybe not in Arkansas! Try the local lake.
Whatever it is, be imaginative, but don't put pressure on yourself OR her. Be cool, be yourself, treat her like a goddess, because that is what every women is and deserves to be treated like. She just wants to be friends, respect that, but remember what women think, every friend is like this boyfriend in a glass case. In case of emergency, they can break the glass and pull you out, so the cooler you are to her, well, ya know.....
Anyway, good luck. You'll have a great time, and I can guarentee this, 'cause you're a cool dude. Be sure to tell us how it went.
OPLemonGirl)
