Every week, the Mail asks two singletons to report back from their blind date. This week, Amira and Frank recount their dinner date experience. Read on to find out how it went...Amira, 32 Vital statistics: Single for three years, no children.Current role: Social media content creator.Would like to meet: A Left-leaning, ambitious man who’s supportive of humanitarian causes and puts effort into his appearance. Nobody insecure.Dating past?I dated a bit in my 20s, but nowadays I’m not going to push or chase. I trust in the universe and whatever is meant to be will work out. My last relationship was in 2022. I then spent time on my own, focusing on personal growth, before dating again in 2024.Pre-date nerves?No, on a first date he is on trial as much as I am. Plus, a psychic friend told me June is my month for romance, so I took that as a good sign.First impressions?Frank got up from the table and hugged me. We had a kiss on each cheek. He looked good in a shirt with Ibiza-style motifs. My immediate reaction was that he wasn’t too tall – not that it’s a requirement. Is he attractive? Yes, but I’m not sure I’d swipe right on a dating app. He frequently told me I’m a beautiful woman though. A psychic friend told Amira that June is her month for romance, so she took that as a good sign before her date with FrankEasy to talk to?Yes, Frank has a really calm demeanour. A lot of people say I probably have ADHD and I do talk like a machine gun, whereas he is more measured. I found his thoughtful approach to life appealing. Frank asked if I was going to take pictures of the food. I understand it can be a problem when dating an influencer, but he was fine with it. I was in two minds about asking him about his son. When I date fathers, I try not to ask about their children because I don’t want them to peg me as stepmother material. That said, the love and pride Frank showed for his son was very attractive – and I told him so.Embarrassing moments?No, although Frank dropped a fork at one point. It didn’t bother me. He did ask if we could take some pictures together. If the vibe hadn’t been right, I’d have said no. You never know where the pictures will end up, do you?Did sparks fly?No, not so much as an ember from my side of the table. I’ve got nothing bad to say about Frank, but I didn’t get a butterflies feeling. He works on a pre-op ward and I imagine he is very good at reassuring patients before they go in to theatre.See him again?No, although Frank did ask if he could see me again. He lives too far away, and the reality is that I’d need to be open to taking on the responsibility of someone’s child – that isn’t where I am now. On more than one occasion Frank mentioned how beautiful Amira is, while she said he looked good in a shirt with Ibiza-style motifsWhat do you think he thought of you?Frank mentioned – on more than one occasion – how beautiful I am. I’m careful when it comes to accepting compliments. I immediately look behind them to see if I am being ‘love-bombed’, a classic trait of a narcissist. It’s not my style to gush on a first date, but I did offer positive comments to Frank on his personality.Would your friends like him?Yes, how could you not? He’s a good father, cares about those he works with and is good company. But my friends would be confused, because I usually go for someone who matches my energy and can handle my personality.Frank, 32Vital statistics: Single for three years, one son, aged seven.Current role: Healthcare support worker, NHSWould like to meet: An emotionally mature woman who is affectionate, family-oriented and a good communicator – I’m not a mind reader.Dating past?I’m not actively dating as my son is my priority. I’d rather take my time and find the right person. I’ve had a few meaningful relationships, but becoming a father has shaped the way I approach dating now. I value loyalty, maturity and communication over looks.Pre-date nerves?Yes, but not badly. I’m quite laid-back and relaxed. Becoming a father has shaped the way Frank approaches dating now – he values loyalty, maturity and communication over looksFirst impressions?Mind-blowing! Amira is a beautiful woman. She has a warm, sunny smile and beguiling eyes. I couldn’t take my eyes off her. Did I compliment her? I quietly lavished her with them throughout the date.Easy to talk to?Yes, we talked about my son. Amira was very honest about not feeling ready to look after a child – her own or someone else’s. She also explained that my life priorities are likely to be my son, my career, my needs, and then a girlfriend would be fourth on the list. She doesn’t want that for herself.Embarrassing moments?She filmed everything on the table for her Instagram. It wasn’t too off-putting but living with someone who does that might become tedious.Did sparks fly?Yes, I was very attracted to Amira. It’s a shame we can’t pursue things because we really bonded. In another space and time, perhaps we could work things out. I didn’t flirt, and Amira didn’t either. I was too respectful of her honesty about why she wouldn’t pursue things. Frank says Amira filmed everything on the table for her Instagram. While it wasn’t too off-putting, he did think that living with someone who does that might become tediousSee her again?If there was the opportunity, then yes please. Our date came to a natural end after dessert and I walked Amira to her taxi – apparently this isn’t something London-based men do after a date. She was incredibly touched that I waited with her.What do you think she thought of you?Going by what she said, she thinks I am a good father. I appreciated her acknowledging the importance of fatherhood. My son and I do enjoy being together. As to whether Amira fancied me, the jury is out.Would your family like her?Yes, Amira is one of life’s rare gems.Amira's verdict: 7/10 Liked? Frank is a respectful guy.Regrets? He doesn’t live in London.Coffee or cab? Cab. Frank's verdict: 11/10 Liked? Amira’s honesty.Regrets? How far apart we live. Coffee or cab? Coffee. Would you like us to find you a date? Are you a singleton, or is there someone you'd like to send on a blind date? Email: blinddate@dailymail.co.uk
BLIND DATE: She yearns for a Leftie, he a homemaker. Will sparks fly?
Every week, the Mail asks two singletons to report back from their blind date. This week, Amira and Frank recount their dinner date experience. Read on to find out how it went...
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