First Dates For the Frosty Season
- Tuesday, November 23 2010 @ 08:03 pm
- Contributed by: Jet
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In some respects, winter is just perfect for dating: getting cozy by the fire, bundling up under blankets, huddling together for warmth. It's easy to conjure up a dozen romantic winter images. However, things are trickier when your date is someone you're meeting for the first time. You might want your first date to be special and seasonal, but what are your options?
First and foremost, consider the weather. Whether your date is indoors or outdoors, consult the weather forecast for days – even hours – before you head out. If you live in an area with winter storms, you could be housebound, stranded, or caught in immovable traffic in a matter of minutes. Try to choose the day of your first date wisely, with minimal weather interference.
This is particularly important when you're dealing with an outdoor activity, like a sleigh ride. Remember to factor in not only precipitation, but the cold; yes, cold weather is a good excuse to huddle together, but how comfortable will either of you be on the first date? Best to stay warm and comfortable enough so that if you draw closer together, you know it's because you really want to and not just because you're trying to stave off frostbite.
A friend of mine recently suggested that driving around looking at lights is a holiday staple, and one that allows room for lots of conversation. While this is true, I might recommend this for a later date, rather than the very first meeting. For one thing, there are basic safety concerns; for another driving around doesn't allow the driver to actually look at the passenger much (at least, not if they're driving safely).
So where should you stage your first dates this winter? Well, I know I recommend it all the time, but there's always the tried-and-true coffee-shop or casual diner. It's a comfortable atmosphere, well-populated, but still leaves the possibility of deep conversation. In the winter, it provides a place to get out of a the cold, and a chair to set your coat when you warm up. Each individual town and city probably has their own perfect place for a first date, as well; don't be afraid to do regional research. Oh, and if you absolutely must add that seasonal dash of something special? Try finding a place with fantastic hot chocolate. Don't forget the whipped cream, and good luck!
First and foremost, consider the weather. Whether your date is indoors or outdoors, consult the weather forecast for days – even hours – before you head out. If you live in an area with winter storms, you could be housebound, stranded, or caught in immovable traffic in a matter of minutes. Try to choose the day of your first date wisely, with minimal weather interference.
This is particularly important when you're dealing with an outdoor activity, like a sleigh ride. Remember to factor in not only precipitation, but the cold; yes, cold weather is a good excuse to huddle together, but how comfortable will either of you be on the first date? Best to stay warm and comfortable enough so that if you draw closer together, you know it's because you really want to and not just because you're trying to stave off frostbite.
A friend of mine recently suggested that driving around looking at lights is a holiday staple, and one that allows room for lots of conversation. While this is true, I might recommend this for a later date, rather than the very first meeting. For one thing, there are basic safety concerns; for another driving around doesn't allow the driver to actually look at the passenger much (at least, not if they're driving safely).
So where should you stage your first dates this winter? Well, I know I recommend it all the time, but there's always the tried-and-true coffee-shop or casual diner. It's a comfortable atmosphere, well-populated, but still leaves the possibility of deep conversation. In the winter, it provides a place to get out of a the cold, and a chair to set your coat when you warm up. Each individual town and city probably has their own perfect place for a first date, as well; don't be afraid to do regional research. Oh, and if you absolutely must add that seasonal dash of something special? Try finding a place with fantastic hot chocolate. Don't forget the whipped cream, and good luck!
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