Cupids Dating Blog

Don't get me wrong, I understand the idea behind crafting a first impression and how important it can be to pick an inviting environment that reflects your tastes. I'm not saying that I don't put any thought into things, but it does seem like it is excessive to plan an elaborate event when you're meeting someone for the first time.

Now, I've spent a lot of time agonizing about what the perfect first date gifts are so that I could really sweep a woman off her feet. I also think you need to appreciate how special a person is and treat them accordingly. However, I really value simplicity.

The kind of people I appreciate are easy daters in the sense that they like easy dates that are simple and really focus on the interactions of the two people involved. The perfect date, for me, involves sitting in a quiet bar and talking over a couple of drinks, but I imagine this is what most people list next to "boring" when they imagine their perfect nights.

I used to I worry that I don't always make the most spectacular first impression, but I've come to realize that anyone I'm going to be compatible with will probably have the same tastes as me in this respect. They'll care about simple pleasures and value good conversation above almost everything else. Dancing is fun, clubs are exciting, food is important and movies give you something to talk about, but all that should really matter is who you are with and how you get along.

I still want those special, memorable, romantic moments, but those things happen when the spirit moves you and when the opportunity presents itself. To get along with someone, the most important things are to be able to enjoy each other without all the frills and to love sharing simple moments together.