12/2/2010 6:57:46 PM |
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nuttycoconuts
New Port Richey, FL
57, joined Aug. 2009
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I am a Man who loves to bring flowers on the first date..Recently I have ben told that my good natured gesture is simply a mere sign of desperation or expectation.
I beg to differ..what do you think?
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12/2/2010 7:00:18 PM |
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honestami
Ravenna, OH
61, joined Dec. 2008
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I think you should just keep doing it! As long as it is NOT a 100.00 bouquet,I think flowers say a lot. I do it when I think there is a spark.
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12/2/2010 7:03:45 PM |
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bigbazborn
Valencia, CA
52, joined Oct. 2009
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Whatever covers up my natural smell seems to work.
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12/2/2010 7:05:36 PM |
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carbonv
Faqus
Egypt
58, joined Jul. 2008
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there is a time for everything...(sometimes it is a first date)
there is a WRONG time for everything... (sometimes it is a first date)
you just got to play it by ear dude
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12/2/2010 7:05:38 PM |
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destinym
Savannah, GA
48, joined Oct. 2008
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Yes, for me it actually is more than a bit much. If I've been dating a guy for over a month, then I'd be alright and comfortable to receive them.
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12/2/2010 7:06:20 PM |
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dorval
Danville, IL
97, joined May. 2009
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I love to receive flowers, just a nice way to start a date..........one long stemmed rose works it magic
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12/2/2010 7:06:46 PM |
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jess1001
Mesa, AZ
42, joined Nov. 2010
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I am allergic to flowers...so I don't enjoy getting them...
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12/2/2010 7:08:35 PM |
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krasota23
Albuquerque, NM
66, joined Dec. 2008
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I would save them for second date.
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12/2/2010 7:08:50 PM |
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fuddyduddie
Covington, GA
52, joined Jun. 2010
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I think its nice, if its a part of your genuine personality, but if you never do things like that ever again, then whats the point. Like false advertisement. JMO
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12/2/2010 7:11:46 PM |
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122750again
Sioux Falls, SD
66, joined Dec. 2008
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Flowers are nice, but I wouldn't want them on a 1st date
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12/2/2010 7:11:52 PM |
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ldroftrollops
Goshen, IN
37, joined Mar. 2010
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Skeptics, anyone?
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12/2/2010 7:12:53 PM |
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nuttycoconuts
New Port Richey, FL
57, joined Aug. 2009
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Skeptics, anyone?
Haters anyone?
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12/2/2010 7:13:20 PM |
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shampooedtwice
Manitowoc, WI
63, joined Nov. 2010
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No, the kind thought and giving gesture is refreshing. More men should take your approach, I know I would appreciate any flowers sent my way, I love real flowers.
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12/2/2010 7:13:45 PM |
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ldroftrollops
Goshen, IN
37, joined Mar. 2010
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I wasn't the skeptic, read the responses you've gotten so far.
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12/2/2010 7:15:31 PM |
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flame36d
Newcastle, NE
59, joined Nov. 2008
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I would love flowers on the first date! I go to great lengths to make a good impression on a first date as well.
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12/2/2010 7:15:31 PM |
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army_nurse
Clarksville, TN
41, joined Oct. 2010
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My husband gave me black roses on our first date, it's a Gothic thing
It was the sweetest and most romantic gesture anyone has done for me..
And then he gave me a black rose every day till we got married three weeks later..
I still have them in the freezer...
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12/2/2010 7:18:58 PM |
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l1020
Madison, WI
49, joined Jun. 2010
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Whatever covers up my natural smell seems to work. omg big bazborn lmao thats way to funny only you would think of something like that well your going to be broke if you smell sweaty all the time i like lilacs so it works for me better find a winter flower other then roses they over rated if you smell poweder fresh and or like a flower then i guess youll have to do smelling like cow dung and or the like and ewwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww im running for the hills as fast as i can a blazing a trail behind me lol
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12/2/2010 7:24:39 PM |
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donajaii
Lansing, MI
48, joined Apr. 2010
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I would love flowers on the first date! I go to great lengths to make a good impression on a first date as well.
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12/2/2010 7:26:39 PM |
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becky_2010
Sevierville, TN
48, joined Jan. 2010
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I don't care to get flowers on a first date. I would prefer to get them after a relationship begins to show his affection for me when he really begins to care about me.
Getting them on a first date would have no meaning, just something that he probably does on all first dates.
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12/2/2010 7:27:06 PM |
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lakersrock
Springville, UT
49, joined May. 2010
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Whatever covers up my natural smell seems to work.
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12/2/2010 7:30:48 PM |
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carbonv
Faqus
Egypt
58, joined Jul. 2008
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Dona...
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12/2/2010 7:35:15 PM |
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destinym
Savannah, GA
48, joined Oct. 2008
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I don't care to get flowers on a first date. I would prefer to get them after a relationship begins to show his affection for me when he really begins to care about me.
Getting them on a first date would have no meaning, just something that he probably does on all first dates.
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12/2/2010 7:39:51 PM |
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_settee
Flower Mound, TX
63, joined Mar. 2010
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Flowers on a first date...that's original...
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12/2/2010 7:40:05 PM |
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nuttycoconuts
New Port Richey, FL
57, joined Aug. 2009
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waaaaayyyyyy tooooooo much
Ladies..pay close attention...going on dates with people who believe flowers are way tooo much...will more than likely leave you paying the tab.
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12/2/2010 7:41:25 PM |
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sassybabeee
Henrico, VA
65, joined Nov. 2010
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Fowers are a little much for a first date However don't go by me I do not care for cut flowers. I would rather have wild flowers hand picked. but if one must spend money I prefer a nice bottle of wine but not on a first date. Just when I feel comfortable enough to invite him to my home. I love to cook and now I don't get much of a chance. Buts that is just what I like.
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12/2/2010 7:43:08 PM |
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donajaii
Lansing, MI
48, joined Apr. 2010
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Ladies..pay close attention...going on dates with people who believe flowers are way tooo much...will more than likely leave you paying the tab.
I thought that answer was odd, also, nuttycoconuts. You need a nic name.
Carbon, thank you for the rose, my darling.
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12/2/2010 7:45:14 PM |
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destinym
Savannah, GA
48, joined Oct. 2008
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Ladies..pay close attention...going on dates with people who believe flowers are way tooo much...will more than likely leave you paying the tab.
That's why I always come prepared to pay my own way. I would cover his too if he was lame enough to go on the date and not have money...but that would be the end of dating him again.
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12/2/2010 7:45:36 PM |
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bbw47reader
Frederick, MD
54, joined Jun. 2009
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No, and I can't imagine what kind of meanings people are putting on it that probably aren't remotely related to the guy's actual motives or intentions.
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12/2/2010 7:46:04 PM |
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turtledove4u
York, PA
53, joined Aug. 2009
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I am a Man who loves to bring flowers on the first date..Recently I have ben told that my good natured gesture is simply a mere sign of desperation or expectation.
I beg to differ..what do you think?
I adore flowers and I think you should continue the trend.
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12/2/2010 7:46:55 PM |
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nuttycoconuts
New Port Richey, FL
57, joined Aug. 2009
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I thought that answer was odd, also, nuttycoconuts. You need a nic name.
How's Nuts?
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12/2/2010 7:47:16 PM |
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th6231
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
69, joined Jul. 2007
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If you like to give flowers--then give them. I never thought flowers would be over analyzed to indicate desperation or weakness. Its a gesture that millions of men use---its still popular around here--there are roses and bouquets for sale in almost every store around this city. Surely someone is buying them. At your age--I think you have established you own mode of operation--and if it includes flowers--THEN DO IT!! Enjoy your Holidays!!
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12/2/2010 7:47:47 PM |
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bbw47reader
Frederick, MD
54, joined Jun. 2009
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If you like to give flowers--then give them. I never thought flowers would be over analyzed to indicate desperation or weakness. Its a gesture that millions of men use---its still popular around here--there are roses and bouquets for sale in almost every store around this city. Surely someone is buying them. At your age--I think you have established you own mode of operation--and if it includes flowers--THEN DO IT!! Enjoy your Holidays!!
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12/2/2010 7:48:30 PM |
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skihard
Jackson, GA
62, joined Jun. 2010
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Flowers on a first date...that's original...
I thought it was old hat
It was common many years ago
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12/2/2010 7:48:32 PM |
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donajaii
Lansing, MI
48, joined Apr. 2010
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Okay, Mister OP, Nuts you are!!
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12/2/2010 7:49:30 PM |
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sassybabeee
Henrico, VA
65, joined Nov. 2010
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Whatever covers up my natural smell seems to work.
Febreze is cheaper should contain enough scent for 2-4 dates
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12/2/2010 7:50:46 PM |
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nuttycoconuts
New Port Richey, FL
57, joined Aug. 2009
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I adore flowers and I think you should continue the trend.
Thank you. I never thought being so thoughful could garner these ridiculous responses..but I guess thats why these folks are left to find love online.
Learn to love the simple pleasures in life..Giving is always better than receiving. Nothing or no one will ever change that.
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12/2/2010 7:53:21 PM |
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nuttycoconuts
New Port Richey, FL
57, joined Aug. 2009
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If you like to give flowers--then give them. I never thought flowers would be over analyzed to indicate desperation or weakness. Its a gesture that millions of men use---its still popular around here--there are roses and bouquets for sale in almost every store around this city. Surely someone is buying them. At your age--I think you have established you own mode of operation--and if it includes flowers--THEN DO IT!! Enjoy your Holidays!!
Wow..The best set of words I have ever receieved on any of my many posts. Thank You
Enjoy your Holdays as well. May you be blessed with unlimited Poinsettas
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12/2/2010 7:54:46 PM |
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rocket000
Suwanee, GA
58, joined Mar. 2007
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How about a single flower or a hand picked bouquet? I'd prefer something more practical.....hhmmmm like new riding boots or a tractor....
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12/2/2010 7:55:23 PM |
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turtledove4u
York, PA
53, joined Aug. 2009
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Thank you. I never thought being so thoughful could garner these ridiculous responses..but I guess thats why these folks are left to find love online.
Learn to love the simple pleasures in life..Giving is always better than receiving. Nothing or no one will ever change that.
I am afraid for some....you speak the truth. Really just sad
Rocket.... Being "courted" is not susposed to be filled practical gestures.
Besides....a dozen of roses can be purchased for 12.99...hardly the price of a tractor.
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12/2/2010 8:03:06 PM |
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rob2k
Mocksville, NC
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The thing is, like mentioned earlier, she may assume that you get flowers for all of your first dates and that takes the "special" out of it. On the second or 3rd date, it would be more appreciated I think, and that's really the point of flowers in my opinion, a sign that you like her. How do you know you like her on on the way to the first date?
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12/2/2010 8:03:14 PM |
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ldroftrollops
Goshen, IN
37, joined Mar. 2010
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Thank you. I never thought being so thoughful could garner these ridiculous responses..but I guess thats why these folks are left to find love online.
Learn to love the simple pleasures in life..Giving is always better than receiving. Nothing or no one will ever change that.
Wait a minute...I actually refrained from posting when I agreed with your intent....because I wanted to see how it held up against some common posters.
So, while I agree with: If you want to give flowers, give them.
I'm confused at "that's why these folks are left to find love online"...Where are you, exactly? And if you weren't interested in hearing all opinions, even those of the skeptics, people that are allergic and your average bitter a** chick have meaning...why bother asking people ONLINE?
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12/2/2010 8:04:49 PM |
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becky_2010
Sevierville, TN
48, joined Jan. 2010
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Thank you. I never thought being so thoughful could garner these ridiculous responses..but I guess thats why these folks are left to find love online.
You are on a dating site as well. Obviously giving flowers on a first date can also leave one to find love online..
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12/2/2010 8:05:46 PM |
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becky_2010
Sevierville, TN
48, joined Jan. 2010
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The thing is, like mentioned earlier, she may assume that you get flowers for all of your first dates and that takes the "special" out of it. On the second or 3rd date, it would be more appreciated I think, and that's really the point of flowers in my opinion, a sign that you like her. How do you know you like her on on the way to the first date?
Exactly
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12/2/2010 8:06:26 PM |
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toot_sweet_13
Woodbridge, VA
45, joined Nov. 2010
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Flowers are nice, but I wouldn't want them on a 1st date
This one. I think most of us like to keep it casual on the first date so everyone is comfortable and relaxed. Flowers make things a little more formal and, for me, anyway, bring an implied pressure for a romantic connection.
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12/2/2010 8:08:01 PM |
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troublej79
Altamonte Springs, FL
37, joined Sep. 2010
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I love getting flowers!
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12/2/2010 8:10:16 PM |
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hmmmhmmm
Norwood, PA
55, joined Jul. 2010
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The thing is, like mentioned earlier, she may assume that you get flowers for all of your first dates and that takes the "special" out of it. On the second or 3rd date, it would be more appreciated I think, and that's really the point of flowers in my opinion, a sign that you like her. How do you know you like her on on the way to the first date?
That's exactly what I think. While it might be nice and sweet thing to do, and I have had that done for me quite a few times. I'd rather it be something special and on a first date it can't have that meaning-you don't even know me yet.
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12/2/2010 8:12:48 PM |
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2shacks
Concord, NC
53, joined Jun. 2010
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I think it's wonderful as long as it's a simple bouquet.
Aldi's has some great ones!!! Hand picked from a yard or side of road are great too.
If they do not like it or question it...keep on going.
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12/2/2010 8:13:26 PM |
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nuttycoconuts
New Port Richey, FL
57, joined Aug. 2009
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That's exactly what I think. While it might be nice and sweet thing to do, and I have had that done for me quite a few times. I'd rather it be something special and on a first date it can't have that meaning-you don't even know me yet.
The reason I do this on the first date..is that there is no guarantee that there will ever be a 2nd..or 3rd date.
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12/2/2010 8:24:04 PM |
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hmmmhmmm
Norwood, PA
55, joined Jul. 2010
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But what if we met each other and we didn't evemn like each other? You just spent money on flowers for someone you don't even like. Or if she did not like you, will it end up being why don't women like nice guys(because you broought her flowers) To me, you give this to someone to express your liking of them or interest.
If that is not the case an you just like making someone smile no matter the outcome, that is genuinely nice. I just feel a little uncomfortable with it, of course I am gracious and thank him for the flowers.
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12/2/2010 8:27:12 PM |
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nuttycoconuts
New Port Richey, FL
57, joined Aug. 2009
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But what if we met each other and we didn't evemn like each other? You just spent money on flowers for someone you don't even like. Or if she did not like you, will it end up being why don't women like nice guys(because you broought her flowers) To me, you give this to someone to express your liking of them or interest.
Its obvious you have never been to Miami - they sell flowers on every street corner..and they don't cost that much. Less than the cost of a dinner or valet parking.
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12/2/2010 8:41:11 PM |
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hmmmhmmm
Norwood, PA
55, joined Jul. 2010
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Its obvious you have never been to Miami - they sell flowers on every street corner..and they don't cost that much. Less than the cost of a dinner or valet parking.
Nope, never was in Miami.
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12/2/2010 8:47:26 PM |
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niceversa
Saint Petersburg, FL
47, joined Nov. 2010
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Flowers are good anytime........
I grow my own every year
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12/2/2010 9:00:20 PM |
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julymorning10
Saint James, MO
64, joined Aug. 2010
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On one date with a dher a couple of years ago, I thought it was super sweet that he had a flowers in a vase for me. I had brought him a little gift too, an etched wolf in a glass prism cube.
The date was very uncomfortable because he wouldn't keep his hands off me. Looking back I hope giving me the flowers didn't make him feel entitled.
Being ever optimistic, I'd still think the gesture sweet and try not to imagine it comes with strings.
(edited to add if I ever go out on a 1st date again where flowers are given).
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12/2/2010 9:31:05 PM |
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lovethelake17
Henderson, NV
58, joined May. 2009
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No, and I can't imagine what kind of meanings people are putting on it that probably aren't remotely related to the guy's actual motives or intentions.
I love flowers and if someone was kind enough to bring me flowers for whatever reason, I would accept them in the spirit they were given. If someone is kind enough to present me with any thoughtful thing like that, I would graciously and happily accept it.
I don't assign ulterior motives to a person's nice gesture, and those who do and believe it speaks of desperation or expectations or God forbid--he didn't think just I was special enough, he gives them to everyone has serious issues, and probably will never be pleased by anything because they will always assign nefarious reasons for someone else's kindness.
And you'd be well warned as to what kind of person you're on that first date with.
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12/2/2010 9:35:47 PM |
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lovethelake17
Henderson, NV
58, joined May. 2009
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btw--in case anyone is interested...
bought flowers--freesia!
picked flowers--cosmos, zinnias, petunias, pansies...etc. (I like a variety of sizes, some short stemmed for my desk, some larger for a table, etc.)
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12/2/2010 9:38:14 PM |
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niceversa
Saint Petersburg, FL
47, joined Nov. 2010
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How about a single rose lake..........
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12/2/2010 9:40:01 PM |
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choosejoy
North Sioux City, SD
48, joined May. 2010
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12/2/2010 9:42:25 PM |
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niceversa
Saint Petersburg, FL
47, joined Nov. 2010
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joy you feeling ok
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12/2/2010 9:42:33 PM |
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zipperlynn
Porterville, CA
46, joined Jan. 2009
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I have been in that situation before, I didn't really like receiving flowers on the first date. I want flowers to mean something special between him and me, least that is what they mean to me... and when you first meet someone, well...
Now, if he were to bring something specifically curtailed to my unique personality, like a can of wet cat food, then, that would be a good beginning to a date.
Start it off with a good laugh!
Sorry folks, no first date flowers for me. It does hint (imho) of desperation.
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12/2/2010 9:43:59 PM |
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choosejoy
North Sioux City, SD
48, joined May. 2010
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joy you feeling ok
yeah the cat cracked me up...and 1 rose is right
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