The date ended with a hug not a kiss — I was being a gent
GLEN, 31 VITAL STATISTICS
I’VE been single for three years, and have no children.
CURRENT ROLE
IT management.
WOULD LIKE TO MEET
SOMEONE who has ambition in life, is family-oriented, kind-hearted and wants to plan a future together. I avoid women who are self-absorbed.
DATING PAST?
I’ve been dating on and off throughout my 20s. I’ve had two long-term relationships, but I’ve not felt ready to settle down.
PRE-DATE NERVES?
I was a little nervous as I haven’t been on a blind date before. I arrived at the restaurant after Charlotte but, in my defence, she arrived early and was having a strawberry mojito at the bar.
FIRST IMPRESSIONS?
Good, because Charlotte and I were well matched from a fashion perspective. she was wearing a lovely pink flowery dress from Zara. I had on a flowery jacket with a pink T-shirt — also from Zara. Charlotte is bubbly and cute. she has brown hair with blue-green eyes and a good figure. we greeted one another with a casual hug.
EASY TO TALK TO?
we dIdn’T stop talking. while I wouldn’t describe either of us as the black sheep, we’re the ones who do things differently in our respective families. For example, we’re both adventurous and regularly go rock climbing.
I also enjoy singing and Charlotte seemed impressed by the R&b covers I’ve posted on social media.
EMBARRASSING MOMENTS?
oTheR than being late? no, thankfully the rest of the date was fun, but chilled. we laughed a lot.
DID SPARKS FLY?
Yes, we got on well. I did find Charlotte attractive. It was natural for us to exchange social media profiles and we’ve kept in touch since. The date ended with a hug and not a kiss — that’s because I was being a gent and didn’t want to overstep any boundaries.
SEE HER AGAIN?
Yes, it’s highly likely and besides I’d like to. I’m in London soon, and will be in touch to see if Charlotte wants to meet up.
WHAT DO YOU THINK SHE THOUGHT OF YOU?
I’m noT sure. hopefully Charlotte liked me and thought I was a laugh because I’m always cracking jokes. we sent each other funny videos of our journey home after the date; I’ll take that as a positive sign.
WOULD YOUR FRIENDS LIKE HER?
I’m usuaLLY the joker and the life and soul of the party at social gatherings. Charlotte is the same; my friends would like her because she’s funny and quick-witted.
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GLEN’S VERDICT: 9/10
LIKED? Charlotte. We had great chemistry. REGRETS? My time keeping. COFFEE OR CAB? Coffee.