Good evening, readers. The story below is from another very accomplished dating & relationship blogger, Melissa of Single Gal in the City. The story below originally appeared in Glamour – yeah, this girl’s for real. Melissa has a very clever promotion where she’s letting her readers pick her dates. Yes, she’s clearly a brave woman and you have to appreciate her trust! Check out the introduction to her promotion on YouTube she’s calling ‘Nominate a Date’. Here, check out the video:
The best date I ever had was my first date with Los Angeles native Mark. Hours after a chance meeting in the middle of a TV-show shoot in New York City’s East Village, we reunited for dinner at a cozy Italian restaurant, where we quickly fell into effortless conversation. From there, we strolled over to Central Park for a moonlit carriage ride—the backdrop for our first kiss. The chemistry and conversation continued by Pulitzer Fountain in front of the legendary Plaza Hotel. We talked for hours, until Mark walked me home. It was a magical night—one that ended up sparking a lengthy long-distance love affair. I still smile every time I walk by the Plaza.
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As a native New Yorker, I felt a twinge of jealousy as I read your story about meeting and dating in the City. Good luck with your brave undertaking! I hope you will keep us updated on Daniel’s website.