DC Area

[DucksNuts]

I agree with Cloud in regards to doing something that gives you something else to focus on, so no uncomfortable silences or awkward small talk.

Quietish bar with a band is a good thing? so long as you dont have to yell over the music.

The age thing.... I dont pay much attention to age, more attitude and where you are in life. There are some 36 yr olds that act like teenagers and are twats, and there are 24 yr olds that have it together better than most.

The thing that jumps out at me is... youre 24 in school, she's 30+?..thats all I know about her. But you are probably both in very different places in your life (thinking from a girlie perspective).

That said, you havent even been out on your first date, but obviously have been hitting it off well enough to want to take it further....so go for it and live in the moment!!

One of my friends is 35 and has been seeing a 27 year old for 2 years, they are great together because she is young for her age.

I've been in a few *younger* guy relationships and the age hasnt been an issue.

Woo Hoo - have fun and we want *discreet* details!!

[bluecuracao]

What sort of places do you like, grant?

I think a casual and charming place for a date would be La Tomate at Connecticut Ave. and R St. (Dupont Circle neighborhood) Request a seat in the bar area, which is cafe-ish. Too bad it's not warmer out; they have a lovely patio.

There are several other nice, casual places right around there, too: Bistro au Coin, Sette, Thai Chef, Afterwords Cafe (attached to Kramerbooks bookstore, and has a separate little wine bar), just off the top of my head. If the date doesn't work out, you can drown your sorrows at Timberlake's bar, where my fiance used to bartend. Some floozy might pick you up, too.

[Perry Winkle]

Originally Posted by bluecuracao

What sort of places do you like, grant?

Anywhere outdoors, museums, book-stores, quiet cafes, laid-back bars.

Thanks for the suggestions.

[Perry Winkle]

Originally Posted by DucksNuts

The thing that jumps out at me is... youre 24 in school, she's 30+?..thats all I know about her.

I graduated at the end of December and am (still) looking for a job. But I have plenty of money to spend on dates, not that that's a problem with the number of them I get.

She shares my off-kilter, non-sequitur sense of humor, she is a huge fan of a certain kind of beer, has a couple of tattoos, works with animals. That's about as specific as I think I'll get at the moment.

[DucksNuts]

Originally Posted by grant

I graduated at the end of December and am (still) looking for a job. But I have plenty of money to spend on dates, not that that's a problem with the number of them I get.

She shares my off-kilter, non-sequitur sense of humor, she is a huge fan of a certain kind of beer, has a couple of tattoos, works with animals. That's about as specific as I think I'll get at the moment.

Sounds like you 2 will have a ball

Good Luck!!

[Beestie]

Give Madigan's a try. 210 Mill Street in Occoquan - 5 minutes from where you are. The menu is pretty good and its not too pricey. They have bands on some nights. Good food and good fun. I could go on forever about places in DC but I think its best to pick something close to where she lives for a first date.

If you tell me what part of DC your date is from I can give you some ideas close to where she lives. If she is from Bethesda, for example, I wouldn't drag her to Occoquan. At least until the 2nd date.

[Perry Winkle]

here goes nothing.

if you don't hear from me by Friday, assume the worst and call in search and rescue.