Blind date?

I'm getting set up on a blind date by some friends. I've never had a blind date, in fact I'm kinda clueless about dating since I was previously in 2 back to back long term relationships. What should we do for a first date, who pays, what if he's not what im expecting, etc....

Blind date?
I am a firm believer that the man pays for the date. I never went on date when the man didn't pay. I would always thank the man for dinner - even if it was my boyfriend. It's just polite. Even if this man is not what you are expecting, be cordial and kind. You never know - he may have a friend who'll rock your world. Have fun and laugh. Think of it the way you'd think of an interview - you want the person to like you - as a person - not necessarily a girlfriend. I always got asked for a 2nd date. And don't go home with him! Have fun!!! It's only a date!
Reply:-------------How to Have a Successful Blind Date





1. Plan your activities. Some ideas would be softball, tennis, bowling, miniature golf, maybe even a board or card game (though, could be hard with only two of you. Beware of trying something new, that you may not be knowledgable at.


2. Plan your outing Plan short, brief meetings at public places. A restaurant or coffee shop is a good idea. Maybe even a park. Being in a public place, if things don't go well, you're not stuck.


3. Attire Wear whatever fits the activities. For sporting or fun activities, dress casual. For formal outings like a dinner at a nice restaurant; dress formal.


4. Be prepared If you're a guy; you should bring a flower and a small stuffed animal, it will add a nice touch for the first blind date. For a good date, you want instant connection, similar interests, fun and witty conversation and just enjoy each other. Physical attraction is a plus. Lying makes a bad date, and there is no connection, well, you might not make it.


5. End a bad blind date. Smile and finish the date. Inform the date there is no connection and leave. A good idea would be to arrive with separate vehicles. Since this is the first date, and you haven't met yet it is best for each person to take their own car.








------------Tips





* Have fun


* Be yourself


* The first impression needs to be the lasting impression


* Do your research before the date, ask about their likes/dislikes and such before the date. Maybe you won't talk to them, but ask whoever is setting the date up.


* By arriving in separate vehicles, you can make an early exit if the date turns for the worst.


* Don't give out personal information such as your home address or phone number; or place of business.


* Trust is a big issue; you must trust the person setting you up, that they will find you the perfect match.








------------Warnings





* Do not go overboard; a dozen red roses or jewelery, is a little too much for the first date.


* Constantly talking about yourself can be a bad idea.


* If using an online dating service, be very careful of who you give your contact information to.
Reply:I think he should still pay even though its a blind date. If you have a say in what to do i would keep it lite like going for coffee. That way if ther eis no attraction both of you can cut your losses without much investment.
Reply:Bring some money along in case he doesn't pay. He is likely just as nervous as you are about a blind date. My daughter broke up with a long term boyfriend and her friend insisted that she go on a blind date. The guy had just gotten out of a long term relationship and his friend insisted that he go out on this blind date. Neither wanted to really try it. Well, long story short, they dated for 2 years and are now happily married. Go and have fun. Keep an open mind. Even if he is a dud, just be nice. It is only for an evening anyway.