He said I looked like Holly Willoughby, which was flattering

DATING PAST?

MY MUM’S keen for grandchildren and she put me up for this — although she did ask first.

I’d love to meet someone. I haven’t had a proper boyfriend since university, and I’ve had little success with online dating as most guys want to cut to the chase and just talk about sex.

PRE-DATE NERVES?

NO, NONE, even though it was my first blind date. I’m quite a laid-back person.

I told a few colleagues and my best friends, but I didn’t tell my mum that I was going through with it until the last minute.

FIRST IMPRESSIONS?

AARON seemed nervous, but he looked nice in a black roll-neck jumper and checked trousers — he’s got a good sense of style. I was struck by his strong bone structure and nice eyes. We said hello while I was still wearing my mask, which felt like a very formal start.

EASY TO TALK TO?

HE WAS shy at first. He admitted he wasn’t sure if he should order the prawn cocktail because it might be a boring choice. Did he wonder if I would judge him? I would never do that.

As a teacher I’m used to talking, so I naturally led the conversation. We got talking about the future and agreed we’d both like to have children at some point.

EMBARRASSING MOMENTS?

I TEASED Aaron for saying that he wanted to meet someone who looks like Holly Willoughby, but was then quite pleased when he said there is a resemblance between us. I’m not sure if he was just flattering me though.

DID SPARKS FLY?

THERE was chemistry, yes. Funnily enough, it developed after he confessed to being nervous.

About halfway through our meal, Aaron suddenly apologised because he was worried he was coming across as awkward. His nerves were getting the better of him. It broke the ice and, from that moment on, we got on really well. I’d like to go out with him again.

WHAT DO YOU THINK HE THOUGHT OF YOU?

WELL, he asked to swap numbers and sent me a text the same day. We wrapped things up after two hours only because the restaurant needed the table back.

WOULD YOUR FAMILY LIKE HIM?

THERE is nothing to dislike.