Do You Do Blind Dates

etali · #1 (**permalink**) 05-05-2007, 05:35 PM

I'm married now, but in my single time I only ever did one blind date and it was horrible. I ended up with a football loving, dance-music listening to, sporty guy. The girl who fixed me up seemed to have chosen a guy SHE would like, instead of one I would like. We had nothing in common, and it was a very uncomfortable evening.

I swore off blind dates after that.

Have you done one? Would you do one again?

britjojo · #2 (**permalink**) 05-05-2007, 06:25 PM

I've never done one nor would I. That includes dating sites that supposedly match you up with people. I just don't think that you can be that well matched just by answering a few questions-too many people lie.

Sorry you had such a bad time.

etali · #3 (**permalink**) 05-06-2007, 08:19 PM

Nah, it's something to laugh about now

It wasn't bad, just uncomfortable - I wasn't his type, he wasn't mine, so it was embarrasing and a long evening.

Lying on dating sites is pretty silly IMO, I don't know why people waste time and money doing it.

elaine130 · #4 (**permalink**) 05-07-2007, 12:41 AM

I wouldn't burn any bridge! When I was single, I've met a couple of guys I met online and had several people set me up on blind dates. I've been disappointed plenty of times, and vice versa the other party did not see me as the right type for him. I would go for it - just meet somewhere for coffee, that's all. You never know - and I think a LOT of people DO meet their soul mates through someone they know! And that holds true for job-seekers, too. In fact, I was set up with my now-husband!!!

kitsch_k · #5 (**permalink**) 05-07-2007, 01:29 PM

i've never gone on one..and i dont think i will ever do. just the thought of it scares me!

dreamr802 · #6 (**permalink**) 07-12-2007, 08:27 PM

I did one blind date and it was awful! And the worse part of it was that it was my best friend who set me up and I had trusted him to find me a good guy...but now I have a great boyfriend so no more blind dates for me!

Gilipsie · #7 (**permalink**) 07-12-2007, 11:13 PM

I would definitely go on a blind date. You meet some really interesting people that way. Not all are the good kind of interesting though.

r8rpwr · #8 (**permalink**) 07-15-2007, 11:56 PM

I have done blind dates in the past. Some OK, some not. In general I don't think it's a bad idea. I have known people who got married to people they met on blind dates.

You have to trust the person who sets you up though. Some people just like to set people up because they're single; it's like a game to them. From my experience, those are the ones to steer clear of.

raven1083 · #9 (**permalink**) 03-02-2008, 06:45 PM

i like the idea of blind dating it really make the thrill but sometimes things just dont work out but dont get traumatize because not all blind date is a failure there are some that work out really just fine and get a follow up date.

KJ · #10 (**permalink**) 04-02-2008, 11:44 PM

I have NEVER been on a blind date. I would also never even consider going on a blind date. You never know who this person is that your going to meet. They could be a killer, rapist, etc. You don't know this person and your putting yourself in danger.

Katclub · #11 (**permalink**) 04-09-2008, 01:05 PM

I went on a blind date while in high school. Actually, it was the friend of my best friend's boyfriend, whom neither of us ever met. It turned out great; we dated for over a year.

Today, however (if I was single), I doubt I would go on a blind date. Just a little more leary of people.

LilDonna · #12 (**permalink**) 04-28-2008, 06:04 AM

I have never done one and I'm not sure if I would like to.

sm.thomas · #13 (**permalink**) 05-13-2008, 07:37 AM

As per my point of view Blind dating is only recommended for people who have a sense of humor and who have confidence in themselves to handle any situation that might come along. Well,

I would suggest that you avoid dating that is completely "blind". Trade emails and talk on the phone with the individual first.

If the blind date was set up for you by a friend, make sure to get references and opinions from your mutual circle of friends.

When arranging where to meet, make sure it is in a very public place. Pick somewhere comfortable.

At one point I also tried blind dating and it was such a great experience.

weezlose · #14 (**permalink**) 05-14-2008, 09:38 PM

hell. no.

regular dates are bad enough!

spaul · #15 (**permalink**) 06-25-2008, 03:10 AM

I have never tried it but I would prefer online dating.

larygal · #16 (**permalink**) 08-18-2008, 04:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KJ

I have NEVER been on a blind date. I would also never even consider going on a blind date. You never know who this person is that your going to meet. They could be a killer, rapist, etc. You don't know this person and your putting yourself in danger.

Hey Buddy,

I agree with You.

I have NEVER been on a blind date. I would also never even consider going on a blind date.
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Jess · #17 (**permalink**) 08-23-2008, 06:30 AM

I have a few times - some good, some bad. One was so bad that I truly flirted with the idea of climbing out the window in the restaurant's bathroom.

PurseDigitoko · #18 (**permalink**) 08-26-2008, 07:51 AM

I have no idea like it. but its part of life. when we love someone then our mutul understanding will be same. so select right partner . take time but it's not difficult

Blondebombshell · #19 (**permalink**) 09-10-2008, 03:10 PM

I have its a good way to meet creeps. Occasionally though something amazing happens and you meet a life long friend

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