He said I looked good. I said I miss my hair extensions
DATING PAST?
I Met my ex-husband when I was 21 and we married when I was 24. I was madly in love and never thought we’d split up.
We had our beautiful daughter three years later, but the relationship broke down and we separated when she was two.
Five years on, I think I’m finally ready to meet someone new.
PRE-DATE NERVES?
I’M aLWays nervous before a date, but this time there was extra pressure as I was worried about the video chat working.
I ordered a chinese takeaway then settled down with a glass of wine before gary called.
FIRST IMPRESSIONS?
I sense gary is a friendly guy, although perhaps not my usual type. I tend to prefer men with larger physiques, but I know that chemistry is more important.
he was dressed nicely in a polo shirt. From first impressions, I knew we’d get on.
EASY TO TALK TO?
We chatted for nearly two hours, laughing and bouncing off one another. We started joking about our lockdown netflix binges. Both of us had watched tiger king and Making a Murderer — we have similar tastes.
It was great to chat to someone new. It felt like an escape from life in lockdown. I’m sociable and I miss going out. our light-hearted banter was good.
EMBARRASSING MOMENTS?
theRe weren’t really any.
DID SPARKS FLY?
By the end the wine had kicked in and we agreed to maybe meet up. But I know I don’t have a romantic connection with gary.
that said, he’s a great guy and would make someone a wonderful partner.
the night gave me a boost and reminded me that I can have fun on dates instead of being nervous.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO MEET HIM IN PERSON?
yes, but just as friends.
WHAT DO YOU THINK HE THOUGHT OF YOU?
gaRy said at the end that he had really enjoyed himself and suggested meeting up.
he told me I had a lovely smile and looked good, which was nice to hear. I said I was missing my hair extensions but had tried my best.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO TAKE HIM HOME TO YOUR FAMILY?
he WoULd get on with most people I imagine.