what should I not do on my 1st date?
396920
You should not cry.  You should not talk to the voices in your head.  You probably should not expose yourself to your date, but that depends on how the date goes.  You should not propose.  You should not answer your cell phone.  You should not discuss sexual preferences.  You should not run out of money or stop to settle up with your dealer.
250716
Well, it depends upon the situation whether you'd want to or not.  I can tell you that out of most dates and stuff, I would never kiss on the first date.  Heck, on 2 first dates, I gave the handshake; once because I was sick and the other because I just felt like it.  What did it get me?  It got them to like me and want me more.  It left them with something to be desired.  If you try to rush things for the sake of rushing, you're going to ruin things.  What makes someone desirable is good timing and knowing when not to give too much.  Too much of something or something that's too soon can ruin the whole effect and make something special bland.\n\nThe same could be said about seeing someone.  If you try to see them everyday too soon, you're going to get sick of them.  If you get someone clingy, you're going to get sick of them.  Having the right timing is right.  Since this looks like your first date or something, I suggest that you would pace yourself.  Don't fall head over heals too soon.  Relax and keep yourself busy with school and other stuff.  Chill with your friends.  Avoid talking and referring to her too much, because you'll over analyze stuff and end up thinking too hard and second guessing yourself.\n\nMost of all, have fun.  If there's anything to be gained from this experience is that you could learn how to kiss better and have more self-composure about dating women.
422162
I was interviewed by an online dating website and by the press because of the online dating.\n\nI've given the same advice to people on that website.\n\nMy advice is this:\n\nDon't build up the hype.  Don't make a "Real Life Meet" a big event.  Same as going on a date - don't make it a big event.\n\nTreat it as "going out and having a laugh".\n\nWhy?\n\nBecause if you hype it up, and put it all that effort, then expectations are very high on each side.  And if you have expectations, then you risk disappointment.  The higher the expectations, the bigger the risk of failing to satisfy those expectations.\n\nMy attitude is, "I don't date, I go out and meet a new friend."  That way, I'm me, and she can be herself.  I'm myself, and she can be herself.  We have a laugh.  We're not afraid to sit there in silence for a few seconds until something natural pops into our heads to say. We're not fighting to fill in those silent gaps with something clever to say to make ourselves look good.\n\nYou're going out with a mate.  Treat it like that.  Because that has certain advantages too:\n\nIf you don't click in that way, then you still have a great evening with a new friend, and you've made a new friendship.\n\nbut if anything else does happen, it's natural and not forced.\n\nAnd of course, you're not nervous when meeting a mate.  You're you, you're confident, you laugh when you feel like it, you joke when you feel like it.\n\nSo, treat your date not as a date, but as a new friend you're going out.  Be yourself.  Have a bit to drink just to relax yourself - and have a laugh :)\n\nThe only expectation:  have fun and a laugh.\n\nAnything else is a bonus and a nice surprise if it happens :)
543279
Try Tangerine on 16th.  Went there once on a visit.  It's a really neat place.  As for the first date, be yourself, and be gentle.  Don't rush anything, life is too short to rush.  Good luck.
564504
I think that movies are a cop out on a first date...I agree with those who say do something low-key and fun.  Outdoor activities are great and you could take a picnic.  Have fun!
921028
I don't know that there's much you can DO except be disappointed and tell him that you are. What did he say he had to do instead(if anything?) Does he make a habit of this or was this your first date? Did he seem to like being with you during the 2 hours or did he seem to be in a hurry to be elsewhere? These are questions you have to ask yourself or him. Personally, if somebody makes a promise to me it's a BIG black mark against them if they don't keep it without  a good excuse!
536273
The proper thing to do is to quietly say, "Oops, you've got something stuck in your teeth."  There's no shame in doing that.  If your date gets offended, well, you've gained some valuable information then, haven't you.
76085
no this is highly adviosed to kiss in ur first date.\nthere is nothing more beautifull then first kiss in first date. Be confident and wish u a good luck.
429786
start by not following him everywhere.if they ask you before goin out if you wanna tag along just say no thanks and don't call to check in on him
468052
if its a first date, dinner is first, then another activity (i.e. movies, bowling, or even just hanging out)  OH!!! as a plus, if you take a girl bowling, even if you're somewhat good, be sure to let her win.  Witnessed a guy slaughter a girl one time at the alley, and she was pissed off.
180114
letting your nerves take over is your worst mistake. just be yourself, explain to him that it's your first time and let the mood take you from there. dont forget the protection!!!!!!
479906
One that ends too soon.\n\nSometimes, you schedule a one hour lunch date or meet for coffee and it feels the hour will NEVER END!\n\nSometimes, you schedule an hour and enjoy yourself, and even like the person you have met.  They would be a good friend.  But they are kind of like 452 other people you know.\n\nAnd sometimes, you are ticked because an hour is gone, you are still talking, and you REALLY wish you would have scheduled 2 hours instead.  You really want to keep talking, but you stick to your original one hour plan and agree to meet again.  Soon.  \n\nThat, my friend, is the best first date.  Cost you under 20 bucks, short enough to still have some mystery about you...go ahead and pick out curtains during your second date.  But maybe you'd better do it without her finding out.
43594
There are a lot of really bad things that could happen on a first date.  The worst thing?  I don't know . . . if your date died, maybe?  That would just about top them all.  The worst experience I had on a first date was pretty mild.  It was a blind date and we went to a dance and when the song "Fantastic Voyage" came on, he started jumping like a pogo stick -- that was his idea of dancing. *eyeroll*
643773
If you let him kiss you on your first date, shame on you. If he don't kiss you on the second date, shame on him.
222523
Since it's your FIRST date..... how about you just try to get to know each other before you take a "first step"\n\nEveryone is always in a hurry to zip around the bases..... they seldom really care who the other person REALLY is before they start "stepping".\n\nFinding out if this person is REALLY the person you want to "run the bases" with. It's a much better way to start a relationship.\n\nLasting relationships require communication and compatability..... \n\nPressuring or convincing someone into the "first step" is childish and serves no purpose except physical gratification.\n\nBut if you are the type that is concerned with physical gratification, more than emotional.... then follow the advice of these other people who will give you all kinds of wonderful ideas :(
114584
first date on Valentines day... you must really like pressure or applying it. normally I would say no gifts on a first date, the date should be used to get to know each other. but since you are going out on "romantic holiday" here are a couple of suggestions. If you are both old enough maybe a nice bottle of wine. If you neither of you drink or you are under 21 a simple flower for the lapel would be nice. Try not to be too elaborate you may scare him off. What if he does not get you something, I think you could get him something but do not give it to him unless he presents you with a gift first (not to be childish) just so you do not make him feel uncomfortable  remember this is a first date. If he does not get you anything and you still feel compelled to give a gift, make it something like a small box of chocolate that you could both share. \nBeing a guy I have never expected a gift from a girl on a date, but have given them. The best returns for me was a genuine smile and comment of appreciation from the girl, making me feel like I had truly brought a little joy to her through my thoughtfulness.
473669
If is your first meeting, try not to talk, first Learn from others what to say and what not to say, otherwise is going to be bad, if you are directing the meeting, start to read the meeting purpose, if somebody is new introduce to everybody and then let the ones that have something to say that say it, if you have a different point of view, keep it for your self until you are really sure that it will make any difference, and think twice before saying anything.\n\nor you can joke around all the meeting either you can be accepted or make a big mess.