Joshua and I dive into the topic of a first date! A little about ours and tips + recommendations.
photo by apt. b photography
How did your first date go? What did you do?
Joshua: I planned a dinner date out at a local restaurant, Rock Bottom, that was walking distance from my house. I chose that restaurant because it had salmon and I knew Laura Leigh loved salmon. As far as I remember, it went well. Judging where are are now, I would say my memory is correct!
Laura Leigh: Joshua did all of the planning, which I loved! I also thought it was incredibly sweet that he choose a restaurant because he remembered me mentioning I loved salmon. Our first date went well. We had known each other for years and had hung out in group setting previously so it wasn’t quite as awkward as some first dates can be. Conversation was easy for us and I definitely left excited for the next date!
What do you recommend doing for a first date?
Joshua: I recommend keeping it casual. Either doing a casual dinner or an interactive activity. Possibly bowling or putt-putt. Something fun to cut down on the awkwardness as first dates can be a little awkward.
Laura Leigh: Like Joshua, I recommend doing something fun, a little silly. Like playing putt-putt or visit a local game bar {the ones with classic pinball machines}. Playing games together is a great way to bond, laugh, and have a great time together! Just remember, don’t let that overly competitive side take over!
Things to talk about on a first date?
Joshua: Talk about family {where they’re from, siblings, where their family lives now, etc..}, work {what they do, if they have ambitions to do something different, likes and dislikes about it}, and interests/hobbies {hopefully find some common ones, maybe get an idea for the next date}.
Laura Leigh: I definitely think talking about interests/hobbies is the most beneficial and a great way to keep the conversation positive. Sometimes when you talk about work, if the person hates their job, it can turn into a vent session. Talk about favorite movies, television shoes, favorite restaurants in your area {help for future dates}, and concerts you’re looking forward to attending. All fun stuff and a great way to find more common interests.
Who should pay?
Joshua: The guy should always pay on the first date. I’m very traditional and would always pay.
Laura Leigh: I’m traditional and say the guy should pay for the first date. Even the first few dates. I personally am all about them paying until your exclusive. At that time, there should be some splitting of bills or the gal picking it up on occasion.
Kiss on the first date? Yay or Nay?
Joshua: Nay. You don’t want to force it. There will be plenty of opportunity to do so at a later date, if you play your cards right!
Laura Leigh: Nay. Hold off for the second or third date. Leave them wanting more!
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These are really good ideas!!
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Aw thank you Courtney!
xo Laura Leigh
Ugh ya’ll are SOOO cute!! Loved this. xo elle
š Thanks so much lady! Glad you enjoyed it!
xo Laura Leigh
You guys are the cutest, and I LOVED your responses.I totally agree with the traditional way of the guy paying on the first date — that’s how I knew Matt was a gentleman on our first date! ……..not gonna lie I might have given him a little kiss at the end of the date;) BUt at least that worked out for me!
The Champagne Edit
Thanks lady! Glad you agree with the guy paying, I think it’s a must and really does show he is a true gentlemen. Hey, a little kiss is sweet and yes, it obviously worked out for you!
xo Laura Leigh
These are great tips! I love hearing about your first date, so cute!!
XOXO
Cathy
Aw yay! Glad you found them to be great tips. I love hearing about people’s love stories/beginnings so figured others may be like me š
xo Laura Leigh
Such a fun Q&A to read! And I agree with you Laura that talking about work can turn into a vent session! Keep it light and fun!
-Morgan
How 2 Wear It [] http://how2wearit.com
Thanks gal! Happy to hear you had fun reading it.
xo Laura Leigh
Such a great concept for a post!
xo
L
A Lacey Perspective
Aw thank you Lacey! Appreciate it gal.
xo Laura Leigh
Awww this was so cute to read! I remember my first date with Brandon being so bizarre because we met in another state, and got to know each other via long distance for several months. so that first date was also the same night as our first kiss and our first “i love you” moment and it was definitely weird in comparison to most peoples’ experiences, but special to us for sure!
Thanks so much Stephanie! Thrilled to hear you enjoyed it. Aw that is so sweet! Completely understand it being very different and I’m sure getting to know each other long term made y’all get to know each other very well as it was all just talking! I love it!
xo Laura Leigh
What a fun post this is! I clearly remember my first date with my fiancƩ
because he was so different from other guys. I love getting both the male and female perspective in this post! Great tips.
Thanks so much Roxy! Beyond happy to hear you enjoyed it. Aw, that is so sweet!!
xo Laura Leigh
This is so cute babe! love this post, and love these tips!
Kileen
cute & little
Thank you Kileen! Appreciate it gal!
xo Laura Leigh
omg these are sooo cute and you two are such goals!
xx jen
http://lilthoughtswithjen.com/
Aw thank you Jen!!! You are too sweet.
xo Laura Leigh
Love this! Such a fun style of post. I love hearing from both of you. totally going to check out the rest of posts like this!
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YAY! So beyond happy to hear you enjoyed it and will be checking out the others. We will keep them coming!
xo Laura Leigh
Great tips and this was a cute post!!
Thank you Maggie!
xo Laura Leigh
Aww this is so cute! Love the first date š
Xx,
Lauren | lifestylesbylauren.com
Aw thank you gal! I do too.
xo Laura Leigh
This is a fun post!! I also agree to not kissing on the first date!
Thank you Meghan! So glad you enjoyed it. Yay, glad I am not alone.
xo Laura Leigh
This is such a great post! Awesome ideas.
xo,
Steph
@trendyinindy || trendyinindy.com
Thank you Steph! Really glad you enjoyed it.
xo Laura Leigh
These are such great tips. Especially for someone who is recently engaged and will be married soon.
This was really cute, I’ll have to keep it in mind!
Xoxo
Sarah Lindner
http://www.TheHouseOfSequins.com
Aw thanks gal! Glad you found it to be cute! We enjoyed putting it together.
xo Laura Leigh