I'm not usually much on pre-session dinner dates but I have been out socially with a few providers for dinner or drinks after a session when we seemed to click really well. It was always a mutual decision....of course I covered the restaurant or bar tab but was never expected to pay any additional fees for her time.
Originally Posted by Russ38
And that's cool, too. I can't imagine anyone not waning to hang out and enjoy a nice meal with you, Russ!
I know I would.
But that's a different story and I wouldn't expect you to pay a friend for that time.
This guy basically wanted someone to act really hot for 3-4 hours across several venues. I wonder if that's just simply too much to ask for most people. Which I totally get.
And though he did seem like he was asking for a lot in his post, it took me all of 1 email and about 5 min to ascertain what he really wanted which was quite reasonable.
That said, I'm a serial online first dater...and have been told, by numerous match.com and eharmony dates that I was the best date they ever had...even when we didn't go out again. I pride myself on being a great date even when I'm not into the guy. But, again, I've been doing that type of thing for a long (long) time.
Additionally, GenesisNicole, I've heard you are a great dinner date...if he hadn't liked my alternate suggestion, I was going to suggest he contact you.
I also totally understand Brooke Wilde's reasons for not wanting be Buck Wilde in public, lol....
I appreciate all the feedback, I was really hoping for some other viewpoints!