Write about a first date that surprises both people, but in different ways.

Posted in Romance on Jul 8, 2021

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“Wildlife” by Karen Sixkiller

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She Said “You can’t be serious? I can’t be expected to meet you out in the middle of nowhere, I mean, I don’t actually know you and this is our first date. We have to meet somewhere public in case you’re a creeper or serial killer. You get that right?” I knew genuine fear infused my voice in the recorded message and I was ok with that. Once again I started wondering if I should cut my losses with this guy and not bother talking to him again. I guess I shouldn’t be too surprised, his screen name on Match is “ShyGuy.” But come on, who suggests...

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“DINNER & DESSERT” by Debbie Curtin

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After plating the final dinner entrée of the evening, Jake was looking forward to cleaning up and heading home. It was the end of a long work week at his trendy cafe, TAKE A BREAK at JAKE’S. His hands were tired. Not only tired from the endless chopping, slicing, whipping, and all the other descriptive words that go with the life of a master chef, but he was tired from too much time on his laptop. What was he looking for? The computer was becoming his home base, and not in a good way. “Why can’t I be happy? I’ve got it all, right?” His mood...

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“A Blind Date As Sticky As A Piece Of Gum” by M.W. Nel

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Great! Just fucking great. Landon thought to himself as he stepped onto a piece of gum. He was already late for the blind date his brother Lester forced him into because someone (himself) forgot to check the traffic app. And now he was further delayed as he tried to scrape the sticky mess from the sole of his shoe. He hated being late for anything in general, even something as unimportant as a blind date. He didn’t see himself as arrogant or disdainful in any manner, but he was a businessman whose time was precious to him. Why Lester thoug...

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“Fine Dining” by Daniel Harris

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Fine DiningSebastian approached the doorman nervously straightening the cuffs of his suit even though they were perfectly straight. “Can I help you sir?” Said the doorman raising his hands to handle heightSebastian’s fingers slipped on one of his buttons “Um yes, I’m uh, here for lunch” he fumbled within his pocket for a paper form.“No need for identification sir, but may I take your name?”Sebastian quoted his full name, whilst the doorman checked his computer inside the lobby. His moustache curled.“I’m sorry sir, but we have no reserva...

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“Valentine's Day Date” by Norp Dee

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The folded piece of paper flew across the classroom. Alerted to its arrival by its sender, I easily caught it. The note read, “Will you go out with me? Love, Randy” I smiled nervously and quickly wrote back. “Yes, but let’s not get too serious!” I tossed the note back. There was a short break in class instruction. Our teacher was looking for some papers on his desk, and not paying much attention to us right now. It was unlikely that we were going to get in trouble for our love note throwing. So, with an accepted offer, our sixth-gr...

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“Reunion Veritas” by Deb Kyle

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Snow falls softly, giving a touch of magic to the chilly evening. I still can’t believe I’m standing outside this quaint Italian bistro in Manhattan. Me. From midwest small town, USA. This is my first trip to The Big Apple and my agent has pulled out all the stops. My hotel room is bigger than the first apartment I rented after college. And I’m sure I don’t even want to see the bill for this dinner. But this dinner has nothing to do with my book tour. This is a bona fide date. Yes, a date. I ...

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“Things are not always what they seem” by Me Minez

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The day begin like any other work day, LeeAnn up ready bright and early. Although she schedules her team for a hour before they open the doors, she gets to work five minutes before her employees. Once everyone gets in they get everything prepaid to serve their clients at the bank. Since LeeAnn became a manger at the bank so much has improved she had work done to make it more inviting. She hired some employees she thought was a good fit. She also fired some of those who were not good for the business, when someone is stealing a lit...

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“Late to dating” by Mark Rice

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She puckered her lips as she applied the lipstick, pursing them to smooth the pink gloss evenly from end to end. Angela was staring at the face of what once was an attractive woman. What she saw didn’t please her but you can only work with what you’ve got and above all else, in life, she was a pragmatist. That was her attitude borne of life experiences. She stood up and adjusted the dress that sheltered her ample bosom and middle-aged spread. The dress and she had both had better days but Rome wasn’t built in a day and Angela h...

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“Other People” by Chris Jordan

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“Shit!” Nick’s shakiness from anxiety was something that came out of nowhere when he started shaving. He furiously grabbed the toilet paper roll on the counter, ripped a small piece off, and slabbed it on the small cut on his neck. Why does it always bleed so much? he thought. Small drops had landed in the sink so he turned the water on to wash it away. His face was shaved clean, the clotting blood a visible eyesore. He ran his hands through his hair, longer than he typically wears it but the style was growing on him. He grabbed his hair ge...

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“Love at the Flower Shop” by Anthony Citerella

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“There you go Mr. Frederickson. I hope she loves it.” The elderly man nodded and took the bunch of red roses and the baby's breath as Alice smiled at him. She had seen Mr. Frederickson at her floral shop several times with his wife who was equally adorable. By helping him write letters that had gone with the flowers over the years she had learned that he had lived in New York City with his wife all of his life, and intended to keep it that way until his death. It was getting late and the shop was about to close up. The last customer in lin...

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“The Faceless Saviour” by Imi W

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“For God’s sake!” Charlie threw her curlers down into the sink with more force than was necessary. She ran her fingers desperately through her hair, groaning at the tangles which she was attempting to transform into flowing locks. Her phone flashed angrily beside her. Anne. “How are you feeling?” Anne asked through the speaker, ever the mum of her friends. “Fine., I’m stressed, obviously, but I’m excited!” Charlie replied. It was a lie, but one she hoped Anne didn’t pick up on. She had felt odd since waking up this morning, like some stra...

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Write about a first date that surprises both people, but in different ways.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 161 stories

“Wildlife” by Karen Sixkiller

“DINNER & DESSERT” by Debbie Curtin

“A Blind Date As Sticky As A Piece Of Gum” by M.W. Nel

“Fine Dining” by Daniel Harris

“Valentine's Day Date” by Norp Dee

“Reunion Veritas” by Deb Kyle

“Things are not always what they seem” by Me Minez

“Late to dating” by Mark Rice

“Other People” by Chris Jordan

“Love at the Flower Shop” by Anthony Citerella

“The Faceless Saviour” by Imi W

🌟 Similar prompts

Write about two people reconnecting after a rough patch in their relationship.

Write a love story about an older couple who’ve been together since they were teenagers.

Start your story with one character setting up a romantic dinner, and end it with them looking at a framed wedding photo.

Write about someone asking out an old crush, only to realize their crush doesn’t remember they’ve ever met before.

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