Imogen, 31, a doctor, and Andy, 36, founder of a consultancy firm, met for a blind date in London. Their evening included dinner, a pub visit, and a park walk with Andy's dog Bella. They kissed on the cheek, and while Imogen rated the date 6.6 out of 10, Andy gave it an 8.
First Impressions and Conversation
Imogen hoped for something that would elicit more :o reactions in her group chat. She found Andy polite, with nice hands, and early. They talked about a range of topics, including whether having an AI boyfriend is functionally the same as being in a long-distance relationship, which Imogen admitted was slight rage bait.
Andy was hoping to be able to say, 'You'll never guess how we met.' His first impression of Imogen was 'What a whirlwind.' They discussed living abroad, learning languages, tarot cards, dancing, the insufficiency of men, and autism.
Awkward Moments and Table Manners
The most awkward moment for Imogen came when she jokingly asked for a compliment on her outfit, and Andy said he didn't really like it. She told him white lies exist for a reason. Andy's awkward moment was when Imogen asked why he hadn't complimented her outfit.
Both praised each other's table manners. Imogen noted her water glass was never empty and their food was always perfectly shared down the middle. She also called the roast 'the best roast of my life.' Andy described Imogen's manners as flawless, with glasses attended at all times, swear words used only at appropriate points, and all waiting staff treated with admiration.
Best Qualities and Descriptions
Imogen appreciated Andy as an unparalleled debate partner who called her out when he disagreed. She would introduce him to her single friends. Andy admired Imogen's openness and love of all things strange and interesting, and would introduce her to his friends.
Imogen described Andy in three words: witty, self-aware, circumspect. Andy described Imogen as charismatic, intelligent, and direct. Imogen felt Andy might have been a bit overwhelmed by her, especially when she asked about his dream wedding. Andy said Imogen told him he was a nerd, and they related in their passion for various things novel and brave.
After the Date and Future Plans
They went to a pub and then threw sticks for Bella in the park, which Imogen rated 11/10 for the dog. Both mentioned a cheek kiss. Imogen would have liked the evening to be 5C cooler so she didn't have to fan herself like an aghast Victorian maiden. Andy would have complimented her outfit.
Imogen gave the date 6.6 out of 10 and would meet again to debate or dog-walk. Andy gave an 8 and said, 'I think Imogen could probably make anything a party, so yes.'
