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

Posted in Romance on Jul 8, 2021

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“We Meet Again” by Mae's World

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He grabbed his bag and rushed out of his apartment. He was late. Again. This was the third time in two weeks. Such irresponsible act wasn't a part of his repertoire. He hailed a taxi and hopped in giving the driver the location of the hotel. If Madison doesn't already fire him, he'd know for sure that she really did have a crush on him. She was his boss, and she was hot. But she wasn't his type. That didn't mean he'd deride the credibility of their growing friendship. They reached his destination and he paid the driver and rushed out of the ...

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“Anxiously waiting” by Tanya Stingley

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It was three o'clock, Jasmine would be here any moment, Shay was more nervous now than when she asked her out. who even does Valentines Day anymore? its so cliché, checking her reflection in the mirror one last time and making certain there was no lipstick on her teeth. Shay inhaled deeply, winked at herself in the mirror and moved confidently to her apartment door. Jasmine was literally trembling with excitement , she had been openly crushing on Shay for months, so when Shay leaned across the counter of the coffee shop where Jasmine worked,...

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“Dinner’s Ready” by Christopher Lane

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The door cracked open slowly, with a familiar creaking that only one of them was used to hearing. A glint of light appeared but barely enough space was visible for her to see clearly. She was already in sweat, from what she had already been through, and also dreaming of what was to come. A fear engulfed her, but soon faded when she saw the familiar face. She had not known the man behind the face for very long, but in the short time they had been together, he had shown his dedication and his commitment to her. She could also feel it, not only...

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“The Watch” by Baily McKinney

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I’ve always enjoyed being early, however with how much time has passed I’m questioning whether I had the time right to begin with. I glance at my grandmother’s slim, gold and silver watch. I’m sure I’m right, he’s late.  Sitting at the small, round, wood table toward the back of what is a rather quaint restaurant, Sam appeared to others as one usually does when one is stood up and they hold on a little too long. She kept crossing and recrossing her legs switching whichever leg was to sit on top of the other. The hem of her dress bein...

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“Alexithymia” by Isaac Manning

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I was feeling pessimistic when I first met him. I was sat at the bar, submerged in my own self-pity as I stared into a welcoming glass of rum and coke. I knew ordering a rum and coke was a little unfledged. A glass of wine would have been more mature. Maybe a glass of whiskey to remind me when I lived in Scotland. But fuck it, I was in a bad mood and I needed a reminder of my adolescent years to lift my mood.It did not. It made me feel worse.I did not know at the time why I felt dispirited. Realization came a little while later.I sighed and ...

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“The Power House” by Lisa Wentworth

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write about a first date that surprises both people, but in different ways. Lisa, although American,  had all her pedigrees and ancestry documents ready for the old church ladies. They had taken such a shine to her at the pub a few months ago, and promised to get together to talk about her connection with the ‘Big House’ as locals called it. She was looking forward to it, but had to run a few errands beforehand. She decided to dress conservative; a big, floppy jumper and black trousers, and she did do her face but wasn’t trying t...

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“Glad to Meet...........” by Joe Swanson

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I was supposed to meet her at this restaurant. I’d never been there before and I don’t do this kind of thing usually, so I left early; make sure I was on time. Nothing worse than having to wait on someone you don’t know. Guess it would be worse if you knew them, but oh well, it’s all new to me. Jimmy’s, a kind of bar restaurant place, seen it, passed by, but never really thought of going in. Kind of place that don’t interest me really. I’m more of a Grandma’s Kitchen kind of guy. But anyway when they suggested I...

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“A First Date, with Guns... and Mutant Bugs” by Richa Saran

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“I don’t usually bring a gun to a first date, you know,” huffed Simon, as he leapt over the prone corpse of the Sectoid that had momentarily blocked their path. His strange alien-looking weapon had just been unloaded between its compound eyes, allowing them access to the lower tunnels beneath the city. Aliya said nothing as she was led swiftly along down the tunnel. She had seen so much death in the last few minutes that she was uncertain whether she would ever be able to speak again without her words simply coming out as screams instead. ...

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“Not a disney date.” by Correen Robinson

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She stood awkwardly, book in hand as she leaned against a pillar looking out for her date. It was quiet on the street and she felt anxious, the sky was darkening and she remembered all the times that she'd been told the dangers of being alone outside in the darkness. She tried to distract herself with the book don't think about kidnappers and rapists and murderers... behind her people sat eating burgers in the dated McDonald's. She stole a glance at her outfit, she'd decided to wear a red polka dots dress, red shoes, a tote bag, and a black ...

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“First Time Deserves Seconds” by Charles Arena

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                    First time Deserves Seconds          Some would say that a first encounter, especially of the romantic variety is something two people may never forget and is an experience they will remember, usually in the same way, most of the time. Naturally there is always the possibility that one will recall the dreamy event quite differently than the other in a certain way. Most of the p...

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“What Did I Get Myself Into?” by Sue Marsh

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   What Did I Get Myself Into? Suzanne Marsh Sue Time has a way of erasing memories both good and bad. My memories of my first date with my husband Earl is a very special memory that neither of us will ever forget. It began when I met Earl’s sister at work. She told me: “boy have I got a Brother for you!” I replied I didn’t need a brother. I didn’t I was going through a nasty divorce, and my Dad had told me in no uncertain terms; “to keep my nose clean until the divorce was final.” Sometimes things really are easier said tha...

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“Lunar Love” by Adam Lynch

Submitted to Contest #81

A bug. She was a literal bug. Hunter knew that it was a bigoted term for them but in fairness they were scientifically classified as insectoids. What was he thinking using that goddamn app! No pictures, no names just one thing to determine whether you were up for meeting: a poem. Imagining the hulking mass of exoskeleton approaching his table writing such beautiful prose was baffling. The waiter, a hovering automaton, said it would return for their drinks order promptly and left Hunter with his date. A squishy. He was a damn squishy. The...

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“A Fated Date or Destined Mate” by Georgie Freeman

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Katie could not believe that her friend had set her up on a date, a blind date for that matter. Katie thinks it is because she is nearing thirty and the only one in their friendship group who wasn't either married, engaged nor a parent the brunette with long curly hair and hazel eyes thought.  Surly Katie had her own bridal business and her own place she called home but she was missing that special someone. So here she is sitting in the fancy Italian restaurant down town waiting for this tall dark handsome 6ft4 tall man her friend S...

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“You never forget your first…” by Jalasheia Harewood

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It was a beautiful night. Outside was not too cold nor too hot, but it was one of those nights where you could sleep with your fan off if you wanted to. The night was going well for Lisa as she was using her laptop to browse the internet and read some emails. It was at that moment her phone rang and to her surprise, it was someone she used to talk to, but only recently reconnected with. ‘Hello’, she answered. ‘Goodnight Lisa, Mario here’. She knew it was him because she still had his number saved to her phone. Lisa responded with ‘yes I kno...

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“Candy Hearts” by Colombe Nguatta

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This wasn’t what I expected. At all. I was in a nice restaurant with a relaxed ambiance and in front of me sat one of the ugliest men I’ve ever seen in my life. Okay… maybe ugly was a little hash but did I lie? The man in front of me was nowhere near a Brad Pitt. His hair was long and stringy with grease, he wore oversized glasses that nearly covered his whole face, with a crooked nose.  How did I end up here you ask? Let’s rewind to the beginning of February the 14th. Ah, Valentine’s day. A day for all the couples to shower their...

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