Thom on Vincent
What were you hoping for?
A fun evening or a good story. Actually, both.
First impressions?
Nice smile, friendly. He stood up when I arrived, I liked that.
What did you talk about?
His time in Nepal, his Buddhism, what it means to be artsy, how credit cards work, Brexit (of course).
Any awkward moments?
I had to explain to the guy on the door that the blind bit about a blind date was that I didn’t know what he looked like, so couldn’t just find him myself.
Good table manners?
Very, and he’s a plate-sharer, which is good.
Best thing about Vincent?
He didn’t check his phone.
Would you introduce him to your friends?
There are a couple he’d like.
Describe Vincent in three words
Friendly, inquisitive, earnest.
What do you think he made of you?
Maybe that I ask a lot of questions.
Did you go on somewhere?
No.
And… did you kiss?
No, we had a friendly hug.
If you could change one thing about the evening, what would it be?
I would have had more wine.
Marks out of 10?
7.
Would you meet again?
He was keen to come along to my meditation group, so we will likely meet again as friends.
Vincent on Thom
What were you hoping for?
A kind, handsome, smart man.
First impressions?
Beautiful eyes! He made me feel at ease straight away.
What did you talk about?
Travels, hobbies, the gay community, mindfulness.
Any awkward moments?
The conversation flowed.
Good table manners?
Absolutely.
Best thing about Thom?
His openness and positivity.
Would you introduce him to your friends?
Yes, they would like him.
Describe Thom in three words
Interesting, positive, visionary.
What do you think he made of you?
Talkative, positive, funny?
Did you go on somewhere?
No – we both had early work commitments the next day.
And did you kiss?
No, but we had a warm hug.
If you could change one thing about the evening what would it be?
More time to spend together.
Marks out of 10?
8.
Would you meet again?
I definitely would meet again as friends. Then, if anything changes, I’m open.
• Thom and Vincent ate at Pizza Pilgrims, Dean Street, London W1. Fancy a blind date? Email blind.date@theguardian.com. If you’re looking to meet someone like-minded, visit soulmates.theguardian.com
