Anybody got some good first date ideas besides the typical dinner/movie combo? I can alway's fall back on that, but I'd like to put some thought into this one. Any suggestions would be welcome, I like to get other opinions. If it helps, I'm 28 and she's a couple years older then I am.
Posted by BDubLS1 (Member # 1390) on :
I went on a first date last night and did the dinner/movie thing but that was b/c it was the girl's idea. ask your date what she has in mind or what she enjoys doing... you could always do the puttputt/go kart thing if she is into that stuff...
and by the way, try not to be too nervous. first dates always make me nervous as hell b/c you really don't know what to expect. the dates that come after are much easier and fun
[ 24. August 2003, 11:42 AM: Message edited by: BDubLS1 ]
Posted by DanPazich (Member # 1352) on :
It really depends on the type of girl she is, and what you'd both enjoy. I still would say the dinner first. Give s you a chance to talk, and if ou dont have anything to say, eeat, hehe. But after that, maybe a walk in a park, or if she's into sports, go rollerblading....or what bdub said, mini golf. Also an idea- go to a pool hall and shoot pool if that's possible in your area. Just depends what you two are into. I'd also say do dancing (not clubbin'/ghetto). Posted by Sizzle (Member # 503) on :
I'm not nervous or anything. Just wanted to do something a little different.
Posted by Hawkeye (Member # 88) on :
Bowling.
Posted by Camaro_Woody (Member # 1619) on :
Pool is a great idea. If she does not know how to play you can "break" the physical awkardness, by showing her how to shoot, hold the cue, ect ect. If she knows how to play, make it competative (if you are good or not) and put stakes on it. Once the good natured bantering and taunting starts, it is all down hill. Also ask unusual questions. What is your most favorite vacation is one that I like to ask. It opens them up, and you can judge what they like. They usually will go on for a while on this, also bringing up new subjects to ask about. I dont do this for a living. That will be $9.95, send cash or money order. Have fun and be a gentleman, that is the best way.
Posted by DanA_F99_1977 (Member # 118) on :
Go to the beach and watch submarine races.
Posted by cytruffle (Member # 1733) on :
ok....here's MY idea of a GREAT 1st date:
1) mid-afternoon: pick her up in your bada$$ car & take her to the mall; walk around a bit, then buy her some shoes -- Manolo Blahnik or Jimmy Choo shoes are a good bet....
2) next take her to the (pre-arranged) spa for a dual massage & seaweed wrap
3) off to your place for a dip in your "vanishing edge" pool, followed by canapes & Cristal champagne; wrap her in a terry bathrobe that she can keep!
4) back you go into that bada$$ car of yours & it's off for cocktails -- preferably a semi-quiet place where you can chat
5) dinner!! show off your knowledge of prime beef, succulent lobster, & fine wine!! (that high school French class comes in handy here...)
6) an apertif perhaps? Frangelico is superb!
7) the night is young -- whisk her away, again in that bada$$ car of yours, to the hottest salsa club in your town
8) when the club closes, suggest a decaf misto at whatever coffeeshop is still open
9) as the sun rises, walk her to her door, take her hand in yours, kiss her fingertips, & then speed away in that bada$$ car!!!
10) by the time you get home, you will have 42 messages from her!!!
Posted by Sizzle (Member # 503) on :
quote:Originally posted by DanA_F99_1977: Go to the beach and watch submarine races.
Can I borrow the Z06 for the date Dan?
Posted by Sizzle (Member # 503) on :
quote:Originally posted by Camaro_Woody: Pool is a great idea. If she does not know how to play you can "break" the physical awkardness, by showing her how to shoot, hold the cue, ect ect. If she knows how to play, make it competative (if you are good or not) and put stakes on it. Once the good natured bantering and taunting starts, it is all down hill. Also ask unusual questions. What is your most favorite vacation is one that I like to ask. It opens them up, and you can judge what they like. They usually will go on for a while on this, also bringing up new subjects to ask about. I dont do this for a living. That will be $9.95, send cash or money order. Have fun and be a gentleman, that is the best way.
Looks like it is going to be pool afterall. I'm not sure if you get a check or not on this one.
Posted by DanPazich (Member # 1352) on :
Hey now...who had the idea first jk
Hope you have a great time!! Let us know how it goes Posted by Sizzle (Member # 503) on :
quote:Originally posted by DanPazich: Hey now...who had the idea first jk
Hope you have a great time!! Let us know how it goes
Whoops, sorry Dan. I'll give you your props!
Posted by 35TH ED/ed (Member # 1709) on :
Just a suggestion..............(if she likes cars)
Frankenmuth has their car show the 1st weekend in Sept. since you're now far away Then its a nice town to people watch. Also the German festival is in several weeks also only problem is it runs the same time as BG
[ 25. August 2003, 10:53 AM: Message edited by: 35TH ED/ed ]
Posted by DanA_F99_1977 (Member # 118) on :
quote:Originally posted by Sizzle:
quote:Originally posted by DanA_F99_1977: Go to the beach and watch submarine races.
Can I borrow the Z06 for the date Dan?
Sure, drop buy on your way out!
Posted by Eve's MistreSS (Member # 1585) on :
From a Girl's point of view...
If she's someone you've known and hung out with in the past, do what you've always done together and had fun doing. The romantic tones will naturally show themselves.
If she's a new aquisition, try to do things in public places where she'll feel comfortable and you can use "people watching" as topic of conversation in the event it goes dry. Usually, movies are seen as a waste of time because you're trying to get to know the person. And don't overwhelm her by having a lot on the agenda. Personally, I love pool, putt-putt, go-karts and bowling....
The BIGGEST POINTER: ask about HER and make sure you don't talk about yourself all night . (I've denied many 2nd dates for that one...)
Good luck and keep it simple! (a single flower, unwrapped, couldn't hurt: just make sure the thorns are removed if you go the rose route) Posted by Jim Mac (Member # 113) on :
I agree with the comment on the movie as a first date: it's definitely a bad way to "get to know" someone.
quote:Originally posted by Sizzle: Anybody got some good first date ideas besides the typical dinner/movie combo? I can alway's fall back on that, but I'd like to put some thought into this one. Any suggestions would be welcome, I like to get other opinions. If it helps, I'm 28 and she's a couple years older then I am.
Next time, please be sure to preface the title of your thread with "Dear Sneezy:"
quote:Originally posted by BDubLS1: I went on a first date last night and did the dinner/movie thing but that was b/c it was the girl's idea. ask your date what she has in mind or what she enjoys doing... you could always do the puttputt/go kart thing if she is into that stuff...
and by the way, try not to be too nervous. first dates always make me nervous as hell b/c you really don't know what to expect. the dates that come after are much easier and fun
I'm just sitting here trying to reconcile the fact that someone who was terrified to ask a girl out is here dispensing dating advice. What next: suggestions on the best heads/cam package for an SS/Hawk?
Posted by Sizzle (Member # 503) on :
"Sure, drop buy on your way out!"
I'm heading out the door right now Dan.
Eve: I'm not green, I definetly know not to center the conversation on myself, besides I WANT to hear all about her . I don't really know this girl at all so there is plenty to talk about. I just wanted to do something different for this girl.
Ed: Don't now if she likes cars or not, but the Frankenmuth show this weekend is out of the schedule for me anyway.
Posted by 35TH ED/ed (Member # 1709) on :
How about tickets to a U of M football game..........Have Houston on the 6th available .
Well then how 'bout Indiana or Illinois, Sorry Notre Dame and OSU are gone .
Posted by Eve's MistreSS (Member # 1585) on :
Do you have any horse farms? Riding horse back always seems to make an impression. Or maybe a horse drawn carriage through town? It will definately give you time to talk. (I know it's a little sappy, but it works, if she doesn't mind the horses...)
Posted by BDubLS1 (Member # 1390) on :
[/qb][/QUOTE]I'm just sitting here trying to reconcile the fact that someone who was terrified to ask a girl out is here dispensing dating advice. What next: suggestions on the best heads/cam package for an SS/Hawk? [/QB][/QUOTE]
hahaha, no, i recommend keeping it stock Posted by Sizzle (Member # 503) on :
quote:Originally posted by Eve's MistreSS: Do you have any horse farms? Riding horse back always seems to make an impression. Or maybe a horse drawn carriage through town? It will definately give you time to talk. (I know it's a little sappy, but it works, if she doesn't mind the horses...)
That's laying it on a bit to thick. I don't have horses, only horsepower There are a lot of horse farms right by where I live, but I've never riden.
Posted by Eve's MistreSS (Member # 1585) on :
Ok, what about an interactive comedy club similar to "Who's Line is it Anyway?" We have one here in Atlanta called Dad's Garage Theater, it's a riot because they pull audience members into the show. Or just a regular comedy club. They usually serve dinner too.
Posted by HTWLSS (Member # 117) on :
quote:Originally posted by Jim Mac: Next time, please be sure to preface the title of your thread with "Dear Sneezy:"
Speaking of....where is Sneezy?
Posted by Doug 97SS #1499 (Member # 100) on :
Take her SKYDIVING!! yeah..that'll work! Posted by John01SS (Member # 511) on :
My first date with Amanda was taking her to an autocross and letting her ride shotgun. She's a total car chick...I'm a lucky man.
- John01SS
Posted by Steve da Wrench (Member # 1301) on :
My first date was on a X-mas light car club run....... and now I am married to her! Another total car chick! I am the second luckiest guy! Posted by DanPazich (Member # 1352) on :
quote:Originally posted by Steve da Wrench: My first date was on a X-mas light car club run....... and now I am married to her! Another total car chick! I am the second luckiest guy!
Teri?? A car chick?? You'd NEVER guess
I wish I have some luck that some of you have down the road (even BDub).
Posted by Sizzle (Member # 503) on :
Well, we are going out to dinner at a good place then over to a small bar to shoot some pool and hang out. Picking her up at 7:30, so that gives me time to work out the jitters at the gym after work tomorrow. Don't know what it is about this girl, but she really sets me on edge.
Just got in from cleaing out the inside of the SS and conditioning the leather seats.
Posted by Doug 97SS #1499 (Member # 100) on :
quote:Originally posted by Sizzle: Well, we are going out to dinner at a good place then over to a small bar to shoot some pool and hang out. Picking her up at 7:30, so that gives me time to work out the jitters at the gym after work tomorrow. Don't know what it is about this girl, but she really sets me on edge.
Just got in from cleaing out the inside of the SS and conditioning the leather seats.
So I guess what you are saying is you didn't like my skydiving idea uh? fine be that way.
Seriously though. Good luck.
Posted by cytruffle (Member # 1733) on :
guess you didn't like any of my suggestions, either....*sniff*
j/k!! hope you have a good time!!
Posted by Eve's MistreSS (Member # 1585) on :
Good luck! And have fun watching her slide around in the newly conditioned seats!! (you may have to help her out of the car) Posted by Sizzle (Member # 503) on :
Well, back from the date. We had a early start. Dinner was OK. Then she proceeded to whoop my ass at pool and darts. It was the weirdest date I've ever been on, not that it wasn't fun, but I've never been on a date with a woman that strong before. It was cool. She asked me to call her next week after the holiday, so we'll see what happens.
Posted by DanPazich (Member # 1352) on :
Awesome!Definitely a good sign when a girl asks you to call her!
Hmm..a stong girl..sounds interesting Posted by 35TH ED/ed (Member # 1709) on :
quote:Originally posted by Sizzle: It was cool. She asked me to call her next week after the holiday, so we'll see what happens.
Renasance (sp) festival in Holly ..........2nd date suggestion
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Then its a nice town to people watch. Also the German festival is in several weeks also only problem is it runs the same time as BG ![[Frown]](frown.gif)
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