Josie on Ruth
What have been you hoping for?
Something even marginally higher than the courting apps. Good meals and firm can be a terrific bonus.
First impressions?
I used to be fairly nervous however we broke the ice rapidly as a result of we laughed in regards to the truth she had soiled fingers. Turned out her bike chain had damaged en route.
What did you discuss?
How we’re each horrible vegetarians (and ordered meat and fish). Music (I most likely rambled for too lengthy about Taylor Swift). The sports activities she performs, together with for the Ex-Girlfriends soccer membership, which I assumed was hilarious. We additionally had a traditional lesbian second of speaking about star indicators.
Any awkward moments?
Not aside from the soiled fingers.
Good desk manners?
Completely. She provided to share all her meals, which is a giant inexperienced flag for me.
Smartest thing about Ruth?
Her optimistic vitality and good smile.
Would you introduce her to your mates?
Sure, she will come to Hackney Wick any time.
Describe Ruth in three phrases
Real, candy, outdoorsy.
What do you assume she fabricated from you?
We received alongside very nicely, however I used to be doing a little bit of nervous, excited babbling.
Did you go on someplace?
It was a Tuesday, so no.
And … did you kiss?
A gentlewoman by no means tells.
If you happen to might change one factor in regards to the night, what wouldn’t it be?
I wouldn’t have gone into a lot element about my star signal chart. I truly mentioned: “Yeah, however I believe my Taurus moon actually grounds me.” Cringe!
Marks out of 10?
A strong 7. I had a tremendous time however there wasn’t a romantic spark for me.
Would you meet once more?
Provided that she invitations me to look at an Ex-Girlfriends FC recreation.
Ruth on Josie
What have been you hoping for?
A enjoyable, boozy night with somebody foolish that led to a snog.
First impressions?
Pink coat! She appeared beautiful and tremendous pleasant.
What did you discuss?
The thrill of being flexitarian. Our jobs (and the frustrations of working in massive programs). Taylor Swift. And whether or not the waitress secretly hated us.
Any awkward moments?
Turning up late and lined in bike chain oil.
Good desk manners?
Glorious meals sharer.
Greatest issues about Josie?
Honesty and integrity when she requested for the invoice on the finish, adopted by her whole pleasure when it was confirmed that every one our meals and drinks have been free after a tense two-minute wait.
Would you introduce her to your mates?
Certain, particularly the tarot-reading one.
Describe Josie in three phrases
Huge-time hun.
What do you assume she fabricated from you?
A bit flustered/scattered – and oily.
Did you go on someplace?
Solely to my disgraced bicycle.
And… did you kiss?
No.
If you happen to might change one factor in regards to the night, what wouldn’t it be?
I wouldn’t have stayed out late the night time earlier than.
Marks out of 10?
8, as a possible mate.
Would you meet once more?
Maybe, a Spotify mix is likely to be on the playing cards.
Ruth and Josie ate at Quo Vadis, London W1. Fancy a blind date? E-mail blind.date@theguardian.com
