and I'm nervous. I'm 23, she's 21.

I only have my permit cause I can't afford a car (college) and just started learning to drive a month ago, so I'm picking her up with my grandfather (his vehicle). She knows and thinks it's cute "cause I'm embarrassed". We're gonna get dropped off by a nice place I picked out for lunch and then walk to the nearby theatre and see two plays (she doesn't know the latter). She's deaf/hard of hearing and my grandfather doesn't know, but he's a good guy and I know he won't think much of it, but still. Maybe it's just me trying to pick out problems that aren't even real. I also don't know what to wear...should I get some flowers before picking her up? I don't know! ;_;

Wish me luck? Sorry I don't have a game for you.

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One flower is enough. Take it easy, relax! Good luck! :D

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I also have a date: 19 june 2014. So i got that going for me which is nice.

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Okay, good for you man. *Cries in the corner

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Chin up fellow hunter.

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Tell her that steam summer sale is here and that it's more important.

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@ rizuhbull:

I'm sure you will have a nice date, if you just stay calm and be yourself :) Flowers are a good idea (or another present, how about chocolate or something else? :)). If you know what she likes you can make the best present/gift but flowers are a good idea for the beginning ^^ If you know which flowers she likes most, then you can get this type of flowers. Be courteous, be nice. Remember you only live once and you have to make the best out of it. You don't need luck, you just need to be yourself and show interest in her and in what she's doing. It doesn't depend on how you pick her up, just how you make it special even if you use your grandfather's car. Having someone on your side could be the best thing in life, because you can all things do together (even playing games ;))

I'm sure you will make the best out of your date! :)

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That's cute ^^
Just try to be positive, she's lucky because it sounds like a lovely date. Girls don't really care where you take them, as long as you show them care, make them laugh and actually listen to them, but she will be impressed trust me, so focus on that.
Put on a dark shirt and jeans, Idk about the flowers though, not all girls like them. And some girls find it weird for a first date. So maybe get her one rose, not red, or a cute little bag of candy. But if you feel like flowers, then it'd be nice too. And try to keep calm, everything will be okay, she thinks you're cute and you got the girl you like. So just have a nice conversation with her and soon you will be relaxed, just whatever happens and no matter how good it goes, DO NOT TALK ABOUT STEAM OR THE SUMMER SALE D=
And good luck :)

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Haha yes! Make sure you have interesting hobbies to talk about besides gaming! Gaming is seen as equal to TV (or worse as some people consider it a child's hobby). Unless she is starts talking about TV or gaming first, it's best to avoid those topics as "interests".

Also, this is a handy guide on what to wear and will be much more important to focus on than flowers :)

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Be sure to take her for shopping in the summer sale later

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Good luck rizuhbull :D And yes, bring flowers, I'm sure she'll like them. Just relax and enjoy the date :)

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Stay calm! Good luck :)

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I hope you get laid,good luck.

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i think that this is their first date dude

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i'm sure she would appreciate flowers, but it might be awkward having to hold onto them though lunch and 2 plays.

well, i wish you luck :)

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bro good luck

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Gl & Hf !!

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Good luck man!

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Just be yourself and have fun. Keep in mind that it's perfectly normal for there to be some awkwardness on first dates. And not everyone likes flowers - I don't think she'd enjoy carrying them all over the place either. Maybe a single one, if you really want to? Anyway, good luck! :)

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good luck, man! :)

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Good luck! Definitely be yourself. Don't think you need to go with flowers. You're already going all out with nice dinner and TWO plays. She probably won't really care about flowers and all that if she doesn't care about you not having a driver license at 21. I'd say that's a good sign she's not the superficial/shallow type and that's great. She probably already likes you. It doesn't sound like you need to go all out to impress her.

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Looks like they could have been punctured, GG guys

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Take flowers for sure.

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I'm back!

I said I'd post how it went so...Guess who got stood up!?

Yeah. My first ever. Sucks especially cause I wasn't alone so I was embarrassed. But it wasn't too bad. Called up my mom and had dinner with her and my grandfather, drove around the town where she lives (it's super nice) so not a total waste. Still. Wasted $65 on two tickets cause didn't go to the threatre and no refunds. At least there's steam sales!

E: Just to clarify. I was asking about flowers to give her when I pick her up. Obviously I'm not gonna give 'em to her to drag around town. That's just silly but yeah :p

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Sorry about that man. I feel for you. But it's good that you're staying positive!

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Thanks. Yeah. I'm super curious to hear what she has to say if I ever hear back from her, but no big deal if not. I just feel like it's super immature. If you're too busy/nervous/whatever, just say that.

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At lunch talk to her about HER.

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pics dude

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The best thing you can do is be yourself. I know that can be difficult on a date, but here are a few things to remember:

  • This is a date, not a lifetime commitment. Focus on having a relaxing, enjoyable time, just like you do with your friends.
  • You don't know this person, and she doesn't know you. Be kind, polite, and get to know her gradually. Don't "bare it all" on the first date.
  • There are plenty of people in the world who like you the way you are. She might be one of them. To find out, be your usual self.
  • Perfection is over-rated. Most people prefer sincerity and openness. "Whoops! I just managed to embarrass myself" is endearing, not humiliating.
  • If the date goes well (you both have a good time), tell her you'd like to do it again, sometime. DO NOT promise to call and then not call.

As that last point can be a bit sticky, I'll expand on it a bit. Offer her some suggestions about when you two might get together for another date. If she accepts, you'd better start planning. If she does not, let her know there's no pressure to respond and see if she makes a suggestion of her own. If you end up with her phone number, nail down a day and hour in which you will be calling her, then MAKE THAT CALL ON TIME. If for some reason you can't talk to her at the arranged time, call her in advance to reschedule. The key is to not give the impression you're forgetting or ignoring her.

Also, as mentioned by others, when looking for something to talk about, ask about her. Use open-ended questions (as opposed to Yes/No questions), and listen to the answers so you can ask questions about them. Most people don't mind talking about themselves, but if she feels you're prying, apologize and ask about something else.

I hope I've said something useful.

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don't overthink it my man just go with the flow be yourself. one tip though is don't let your nervousness turn you into a rambling madman.

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