What about that first date?
I recieved an email from a listener, lets call him 'Sam' who stated that after 3 years of being freshly divorced from an 18 year marriage, he was ready to start dating again. The problem he was having was that he didn't know where to take his 'date'!
He asked what he should do, where he should go, etc. Now, it's been more than 20 years since 'Sam' has had to get out there and do something like this, and I can only imagine his hesitation!
Not to worry we got a lot of GREAT suggestions and ideas from all you wonderful listeners and I've forwarded them along to 'Sam' along with the following list. While cruising the net after the show this morning, I stumbled across this list.
Top Ten Best First Date ideas! (How appropriate and timely!)
No.10 - The great outdoors On your first date you want to show her who you are. So take her somewhere you like to go and do something that you like doing. If you're the outdoorsy type, go kayaking or take her on a hike -- in the winter try snowshoeing or skiing. Just make sure whatever you have planned isn't too strenuous.
No.9 - Flea market A first date is also an opportunity for you to get to know her. What are her tastes? What does she find funny? Flea markets are filled with cool, quirky stuff you can explore and discuss, providing a great chance for you to get to know one another. No.8 - Skating rinkIce skating is a classic first date, as evidenced by its appearance in 97% of all romantic comedies. (at least enough to avoid embarrassing yourself). Roller-skating is a good alternative if you can find a rink to hit up for your first date locale.
No.7 - Sporting event It may seem counter-intuitive, but a sporting event is a great first date locale. You'll have ample time to talk to each other, but the game action will give you a breather if you need it. You don't need to take her to a big league game either; college basketball or minor league baseball will work just as well.
No.6 - Breakfast Joint It's an unconventional twist on the traditional dinner date, and it works particularly well for that girl you met at the club the night before. Take her to your favorite greasy spoon for unforgettable French toast or outstanding omelets.
No.5 - Amusement park Where you take a woman on your first date sends significant signals. Take her somewhere she's been a dozen times before and she'll think you're just like every other guy. Take her somewhere unusual, like an amusement park, and suddenly you're the source of new and exciting experiences.
No.4 - The park Pack a picnic and include a decadent dessert. Buy a kite and assemble it together. Teach her how to throw a Frisbee. Plan a few different activities and you'll be sure to keep her interested at this first date locale.
No.3 - The zoo Most people -- especially single people -- haven't been to a zoo in years, so your date will absolutely be original. Even better, all the animal antics will give you lots to talk about. And who doesn't have fun in a monkey house?
No.2 - Bowling alley Bowling meets just about every criteria of the best dates: it's fun, unusual and easy for everyone to do. Even if one or both of you turns out to be a terrible bowler, who cares? You want to show her you can make anywhere a fun place to be, and you need to know if she can do the same.
No.1 - Miniature golf course The miniature golf course is another relaxed environment that makes for a great first date locale. Plus, your date probably hasn't played mini-golf since she was a kid, which makes it an original date locale.
Most of all remember, it doesn't matter if you've been dating for years, or if you're just getting back in the pool, take your time, enjoy yourself and HAVE FUN!
Rock on with your bad self,
H
He asked what he should do, where he should go, etc. Now, it's been more than 20 years since 'Sam' has had to get out there and do something like this, and I can only imagine his hesitation!
Not to worry we got a lot of GREAT suggestions and ideas from all you wonderful listeners and I've forwarded them along to 'Sam' along with the following list. While cruising the net after the show this morning, I stumbled across this list.
Top Ten Best First Date ideas! (How appropriate and timely!)
No.10 - The great outdoors On your first date you want to show her who you are. So take her somewhere you like to go and do something that you like doing. If you're the outdoorsy type, go kayaking or take her on a hike -- in the winter try snowshoeing or skiing. Just make sure whatever you have planned isn't too strenuous.
No.9 - Flea market A first date is also an opportunity for you to get to know her. What are her tastes? What does she find funny? Flea markets are filled with cool, quirky stuff you can explore and discuss, providing a great chance for you to get to know one another. No.8 - Skating rinkIce skating is a classic first date, as evidenced by its appearance in 97% of all romantic comedies. (at least enough to avoid embarrassing yourself). Roller-skating is a good alternative if you can find a rink to hit up for your first date locale.
No.7 - Sporting event It may seem counter-intuitive, but a sporting event is a great first date locale. You'll have ample time to talk to each other, but the game action will give you a breather if you need it. You don't need to take her to a big league game either; college basketball or minor league baseball will work just as well.
No.6 - Breakfast Joint It's an unconventional twist on the traditional dinner date, and it works particularly well for that girl you met at the club the night before. Take her to your favorite greasy spoon for unforgettable French toast or outstanding omelets.
No.5 - Amusement park Where you take a woman on your first date sends significant signals. Take her somewhere she's been a dozen times before and she'll think you're just like every other guy. Take her somewhere unusual, like an amusement park, and suddenly you're the source of new and exciting experiences.
No.4 - The park Pack a picnic and include a decadent dessert. Buy a kite and assemble it together. Teach her how to throw a Frisbee. Plan a few different activities and you'll be sure to keep her interested at this first date locale.
No.3 - The zoo Most people -- especially single people -- haven't been to a zoo in years, so your date will absolutely be original. Even better, all the animal antics will give you lots to talk about. And who doesn't have fun in a monkey house?
No.2 - Bowling alley Bowling meets just about every criteria of the best dates: it's fun, unusual and easy for everyone to do. Even if one or both of you turns out to be a terrible bowler, who cares? You want to show her you can make anywhere a fun place to be, and you need to know if she can do the same.
No.1 - Miniature golf course The miniature golf course is another relaxed environment that makes for a great first date locale. Plus, your date probably hasn't played mini-golf since she was a kid, which makes it an original date locale.
Most of all remember, it doesn't matter if you've been dating for years, or if you're just getting back in the pool, take your time, enjoy yourself and HAVE FUN!
Rock on with your bad self,
H
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