Neshah, 31 (pictured) has been single for three years
NESHAH, 31
Dating Past?
I was in a relationship for ten years, but we parted in 2019. It ended because I want to get married, buy a home and have children, and he wasn’t ready.
Pre-Date Nerves?
Yes, I was nervous; it’s the unknown. My identical twin sister and my best friend were excited for me.
First Impressions?
Samir is 6ft tall, with beautiful skin and soft welcoming features, plus he has nice eyes. He was wearing a blue jumper with jeans. I had on a green top with a pleated skirt.
Easy To Talk To?
We talked about how we ended up sitting opposite one another. Samir’s sister put him forward and one of my friends nominated me.
We’re both close to our sisters, who are married with children, and it’s clear Samir loves being an uncle as much as I love being an aunt.
We both like travelling; Samir’s favourite place is South America while mine is Dubai. When it came to ordering food, I only eat fish and Samir is vegan. He wants to protect our planet and I liked that about him.
Embarrassing Moments?
He was the perfect gent… the evening ended with a kiss
At first, I was so nervous I thought the menu suggested ‘Jamaican rice’, when it said jasmine rice. Samir was sweet and said he’d dropped his drink so he had embarrassed himself.
Did Sparks Fly?
Yes, definitely. We both found one another attractive. We didn’t even finish our meal because we were so engaged by what the other person had to say. Samir was a perfect gent, waiting with me for my taxi… the evening ended with a kiss.
See him again?
Yes, Samir texted me when he got home. We’re in contact about setting up a second date. We’re both quite competitive and will do something to bring out that side of ourselves.
What do you think he thought of you?
I asked him that question. Samir told me he was attracted to me and liked my eyes.
Would your family like him?
Yes, Samir is down-to-earth and also conscious about our planet. He set up a sustainable clothing brand in lockdown and is trying to change things.
Samir, 32 (pictured) has been single for one year
SAMIR, 32
Dating Past?
My last relationship ended a year ago because it was long distance and it was difficult to sustain during the lockdowns. We’d been together for three years. Apart from a two-year relationship at university, I spent my 20s living the single life.
Pre-Date Nerves?
Not really, I was more intrigued about my match. I’d never been on a blind date before.
First Impressions?
Neshah is an attractive woman. She’s tall, was well dressed and in good shape with lovely skin and nice eyes. (I told her during the date her eyes are pretty.) I could tell she’s a bubbly and confident person. We mutually went in for a light hug and a kiss on the cheek. Straight away, Neshah suggested we order a pink champagne cocktail. I’m not a big fizz drinker, but it was good.
Easy To Talk To?
We were both open about why we’d been put forward for a blind date. Neshah respected that I’m vegan. Her parents are from Jamaica and they are pescatarians, too. We’ve both got decent careers, but side hustles too; I have my clothing brand and Neshah occasionally models and acts.
Embarrassing Moments?
No, the date went smoothly and we clicked right away.
Did Sparks Fly?
I’ve already planned our next date — a competitive day out
Yes, you can tell when there is chemistry between two people and that was the case. We kissed at the end of the night. It was my idea to exchange numbers and we’re also following one another on Instagram. We want to arrange a second date; we live close to one another so it’ll happen.
See her again?
I’ll definitely see Neshah again. On a first date, I usually go for a coffee or a beer to get to know someone. I explained to Neshah that on a second date I like to do an activity together. We’re both competitive so I’ll get to see that side of her.
What do you think she thought of you?
Unless I’ve read the date badly, then it’s mutual. We both really like one another and the date only ended when the restaurant needed the table back.
Would your family like her?
Definitely, they trust my judgment. They’re warm people and would welcome Neshah with open arms.
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