The Dating Files: The Set Up
Posted on | June 8, 2012 | 8 Comments
In all of my dating adventures (and misadventures) I have never once been set up on a blind date. Do you find that strange? I never even really hear of people getting set up anymore except maybe by like an old aunt or something. And my friends and acquaintances are always saying “oh, I wish I had someone to set you up with!” But, it never happens. Until now. I was out last week for a friend’s birthday and one of her friends prides herself on how good she is at setting people up. Apparently her skills have resulted in a few marriages. So, when she offered to work her magic on me, I agreed. I mean, #whynot right?
And she moves quickly. I have my first, real life, actual “blind date” tonight. And I’ve got to tell you it’s a wee bit nerve wracking. Yes, online dates are in a sense “blind.” But you’ve read something about the person, communicated back and forth, and you’ve seen their pictures.But this is totally different. I have no idea what he looks like, what he does, where he’s from, etc. I know next to nothing about this man besides “medium height with brown hair.” Grrrreat that should really narrow things down. I guess I’ll just look for the other person in the bar whose eyes are awkwardly darting around. Or should I ask him to bring a red rose and tuck it betwixt the pages of his favorite book?
There’s something nice about having the common bond of a person who thinks you might get along. Not to mention that person acts as a filter of some sort so at the very least, I’m pretty sure he won’t be a total freak. A real person is definitely a tad more promising than just the old internet playing matchmaker. So, it’s an adventure. Or it could be a disaster. Time will tell. But you know me, always up for anything.
So tell me. Have you ever been set up?
Happy Weekend, friends. xo Amy
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June 8th, 2012 @ 2:50 pm
Honey. Such an adventure, Honey. So many adventures on the horizons, Honey. Here’s to getting dazzled! XXOO.
June 8th, 2012 @ 2:57 pm
I love that kid!
June 8th, 2012 @ 5:12 pm
Yes I’ve been on one blind date. It was good, fortunately we were both pretty easy going about it- especially him- and so we had fun talking. It was more of a friend connection though. He’s one of those great guys that loves to talk with anyone.. so that made it easier. Just try to enjoy the conversation and be the people person you are.
June 8th, 2012 @ 5:16 pm
@T – Honey. Thank you, honey.
@melissa – if my date is anything like that kid, we’re golden.
@gia – Yes. I’m not too worried. I’ve sort of mastered the first date get to know you small talk. I’m looking forward to it!
June 9th, 2012 @ 12:46 am
Well, it can’t go as badly as it did in that video (I hope). Have fun and don’t forget to regale your sis with the epic tale after the fact! Love ya.
June 9th, 2012 @ 2:39 pm
Oohhh, I can’t wait to hear how this one turned out. Also – I love you for using the word “betwixt”. XO.
June 10th, 2012 @ 9:15 pm
I’ve never been set up on a blind date before — so I can’t wait to hear how yours went!! Details, darlin!
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