Blind date: ‘I should have made a move, but I’m not good at that sort of thing’
Suli on Abigo What were you hoping for? To meet someone I felt comfortable around and easy to talk to. First impressions? Abigo was funny
Suli on Abigo What were you hoping for? To meet someone I felt comfortable around and easy to talk to. First impressions? Abigo was funny and quite sure of herself. What did you talk about? Quite a lot: our creative sides, working in retail, mental health, family dynamics … Most awkward moment? I didn’t really feel awkward at any point after the first five minutes – and that was only nerves and me arriving a bit late. We had good chemistry. Good table manners? No complaints from me. Best thing about Abigo? I don’t think I can name just one: she was charming, confident, funny, intelligent, beautiful. Q&A Fancy a blind date? Show Blind date is Saturday’s dating column: every week, two strangers are paired up for dinner and drinks, and then spill the beans to us, answering a set of questions. This runs, with a photograph we take of each dater before the date, in Saturday magazine (in the UK) and online at theguardian.com every Saturday. It’s been running since 2009 – you can read all about how we put it together here. What questions will I be asked? We ask about age, location, occupation, hobbies, interests and the type of person you are looking to meet.
If you do not think these questions cover everything you would like to know, tell us what’s on your mind. Can I choose who I match with? No, it’s a blind date! But we do ask you a bit about your interests, preferences, etc – the more you tell us, the better the match is likely to be. Can I pick the photograph? No, but don't worry: we'll choose the nicest ones. What personal details will appear? Your first name, job and age. How should I answer? Honestly but respectfully. Be mindful of how it will read to your date, and that Blind date reaches a large audience, in print and online. Will I see the other person’s answers? No. We may edit yours and theirs for a range of reasons, including length, and we may ask you for more details. Will you find me The One? We’ll try! Marriage! Babies! Can I do it in my home town? Only if it’s in the UK. Many of our applicants live in London, but we would love to hear from people living elsewhere. How to apply Email blind.date@theguardian.com Was this helpful? Thank you for your feedback. Would you introduce Abigo to your friends?
My friends are on a similar wavelength to me, so Abigo would be welcomed by them. Describe Abigo in three words. Feminist, influential, a diva. What do you think Abigo made of you? Laid-back, go with the flow, a sincere guy. Did you go on somewhere? We went to a park nearby to talk for a bit longer. She had an early train the next day, so we couldn’t stay too long. And … did you kiss? On the cheek, if that counts. If you could change one thing about the evening, what would it be? I should have made a move, but I’m not good at that sort of thing. Otherwise it was a perfectly pleasant experience. Marks out of 10? 9. Would you meet again? We are planning to go to the cinema soon. View image in fullscreen Abigo and Suli on their date Abigo on Suli What were you hoping for? To meet someone nice and interesting and eat some good food. First impressions? Super friendly and genuine. Couldn’t tell if he was nervous or just naturally a little reserved. He was dressed very well and was super polite. What did you talk about? Mental health. Dream jobs.
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