We are similar! I am shy and awkward (raised by the afflicted), but have dealt with it by developing finesse at getting other people to do all the talking. People often think I'm GREAT but don't know anything about me at all. And then I whine. As you've seen.

I'm still lobbying for brunch, by the way. What if I pitch in a free babysitter? I have a great one, with references, and he would love meeting your family. He also works at Children's Fairyland and is named Little Timmy Neighbors.