‘ He had a lovely smile and eyes, but I like men’ more muscular
EMMA, 40 VITAL STATISTICS
SINGLE for seven years with two sons, aged 22 and 11.
CURRENT ROLE
DOG groomer.
WOULD LIKE TO MEET
SOMEONE who is kind and enjoys hiking in the country.
I don’t like men who are arrogant or too metrosexual.
RELATIONSHIP HISTORY?
I don’t go for brief flings. I was married and divorced by 21 and then single for three years while I raised my son.
I was then in a ten-year relationship and had my second son, but have been single since. I’ve been online dating for seven years, so nothing surprises me any more.
PRE-DATE NERVES?
I was really looking forward to it. My mum volunteered me for this, so she was more nervous than I was.
FIRST IMPRESSIONS?
NICK was everything I had hoped for in terms of company: warm, funny and at ease. He was there first and was wearing a smart jacket and jeans, which was nice because not all men make an effort.
He had a lovely smile and lovely eyes, but I tend to like more muscular men. He was up for a laugh, though, and we hit it off straight away. I liked the way he held himself, and he was polite and chivalrous.
EASY TO TALK TO?
WE HAVE a similar sense of humour and made fun of each other quite a bit. we laughed about being on a blind date and shared our online dating horror stories. we both like being outdoors and camping.
I also enjoyed that he sounded ambitious about his work, which I think is important, and he complimented me on running my own business. Importantly, he was comfortable in his own skin, which is something you can’t put a price on.
EMBARRASSING MOMENTS?
NOT really. we just laughed.
DID SPARKS FLY?
I got the impression he would happily go on a second date and we exchanged numbers.
If our paths crossed I’d definitely meet up with him for a chat, but I didn’t feel any sort of spark which is a shame, as I think he’d be a wonderful partner.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO MEET AGAIN?
not romantically, but maybe for a hike.
WHAT DO YOU THINK HE THOUGHT OF YOU?
I THINK he thought I was fun and easy company. He was engaged in our conversation, with good eye contact and body language.
WOULD YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS LIKE HIM?
Yes, they would like nick as he is great company.