What Not To Do On a Blind Date (Everything I Did Last Night)
Rachel Ellis
Updated on March 29, 2026
I think Ryan was trying to give me pre-date advice, but then he realized he couldn't reason with alcohol.
__Mistake #4: I showed up only semi-open-minded. __I'd been having so much fun at the BBQ that I didn't want to leave. I tried to shake it off. When I met Mr. GF, I thought he was a little too skinny, lacked broad shoulders, and wore old-man glasses, but I told myself I could work with it. I drank all my water, then I ordered one Guinness. After that, he asked if we should get the check. I said, "Sure!" but was thinking, "Ouch!" He was already starting to look better to me. I could've made out with him at that point, but out on the street, he just said, "You're really taking the subway?" I nodded cheerily, although I could read his thoughts on his face: Should I put her in a cab? Nah, she's not worth the $8. Then he said, "Okay, bye!" And ran off to hail a cab. I went to catch the 6 train, tail between my legs.
__Bonus Mistake: I fed my feelings.__Out of the subway, I headed straight for Burger King. Now, I'd already had a hot dog, grilled to perfection. But then I went to BK and had it my way. I ordered a Whopper with cheese, French fries, and "anything with chocolate," which turned out to be a Butterfinger pie. I ate it all, went home, felt sad, and put myself to bed.
Today, I almost want to apologize to Mr. Grand Finale for my bad behavior. But there are no excuses. I guess it's true for men as much as it is for women: You really take your chances with eHarms.
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