‘She found it funny that I ordered a candle in a birthday’ cake for her
NICK, 47 VITAL STATISTICS
SINGLE for three years with a daughter, eight, and a son, 11.
CURRENT ROLE
DIRECTOR of a metal-cutting machinery business.
WOULD LIKE TO MEET
SOMEONE who is bubbly and enjoys laughing. I’m usually attracted to slim brunettes.
RELATIONSHIP HISTORY?
I was in a long-term relationship for 16 years, but we split after growing apart. since then I’ve tried online dating, but it’s quite painful trying to find the right person.
PRE-DATE NERVES?
no, I work in sales so I am used to meeting new people. I wanted to be smart, so wore a shirt and jacket.
FIRST IMPRESSIONS?
I ALWAYS make sure I arrive first on dates, so was there when emma turned up. I thought she was gorgeous. she was smartly dressed in a blouse and white jeans, and was warm and friendly. we got on well with no awkwardness, which surprised me. I was amazed she’s been single for a long time.
EASY TO TALK TO?
Yes, we have so much in common. I love that she’s interested in camping and hiking, and has even bought a camper van which is right up my street. I live on the edge of the Peak district, which is great for walking.
the day of the date was actually her birthday, so we probably had a few more drinks than normal.
I asked the waiter to arrange a candle in a cake, which she found quite amusing. we laughed about the fact her mum had put her forward for the date — I thought it was sweet.
EMBARRASSING MOMENTS?
none at all.
DID SPARKS FLY?
It’s hard to tell because I’m a man and not good at spotting this kind of thing, but I certainly felt a connection. I thought she was lovely. that’s all I know.
she had a friend meeting her after the meal so we swapped numbers and parted with a kiss on the cheek. I dropped her a jokey message on my way home just to let her know how expensive the glasses of wine were because we drank a lot of them.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO MEET AGAIN?
I’D CERTAINLY meet again to see if there is something there.
WHAT DO YOU THINK SHE THOUGHT OF YOU?
I THINK she enjoyed herself, but it’s hard to tell if she thought there was any chance of romance.
WOULD YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS LIKE HER?
VERY much so. My friends are like me and like the outdoors, so emma would
fit right in.