BirSaNN Posted December 10, 2022 Posted December 10, 2022 Leanne, 43, an occupational therapist, meets Josh, 39, a curator and creative producer Sat 10 Dec 2022 06.00 GMT Leanne Leanne on Josh What were you hoping for? To meet a lovely Guardian reader for a fun evening. To not want to leave before the starters arrived. To not feel mortified reading his review of my rusty dating skills. First impressions? I was thrilled that Josh wasn’t engrossed in his phone when I arrived. He was warm, friendly and made a slightly surreal situation comfortable. What did you talk about? Belize. Smartphones. Work. Festivals. Not being natural campers. London cycling. Tattoos. Most awkward moments? I was probably a bit eager to find out more about him. I hope this was seen as curiosity rather than interrogation. Good table manners? We were too busy talking to notice. But we shared a dessert. Best thing about Josh? He lives his values and cultural interests, and this gives him a really positive energy. Would you introduce Josh to your friends? He’d get on with most people, and my friends are awesome, so it would work. Describe Josh in three words. Creative, driven, friendly. What do you think Josh made of you? I think it was positive? Sweary, cycling, child-free London lover? Did you go on somewhere? He kindly walked me to my bike. And ... did you kiss? No. If you could change one thing about the evening what would it be? Nothing, I had a really enjoyable time: great food at one of my favourite restaurants, with fabulous and interesting company. Marks out of 10? A very strong 8. Would you meet again? We agreed a second date as I was typing this 🙂 Josh on Leanne What were you hoping for? To meet someone great via a public-facing, possibly romantic, social experiment … and enjoy a free meal. First impressions? Cute, cool tattoos, possibly more extroverted and communicative than I am, which is brilliant! What did you talk about? So many things. We’ve both travelled around Belize and Mexico recently. Our love of music festivals. How we aren’t glued to our smartphones like most people. Most awkward moment? An initial few seconds of nervousness. Good table manners? Our personalities are such that we aren’t shy about sharing our food, or opinions! Best thing about Leanne? She’s an excellent communicator, very considerate and articulate. Would you introduce Leanne to your friends? I would. They’d think she is quite the character. Describe Leanne in three words. Quirky, talkative, charismatic. What do you think Leanne made of you? That I’m social, passionate about the arts – and have a cool job. Did you go on somewhere? No. And ... did you kiss? A gentleman never tells, but we didn’t. If you could change one thing about the evening, what would it be? I might have cycled there. Leanne suggested cycling back to east London together, which would’ve been a lovely, unexpected ending. Marks out of 10? 8. Would you meet again? We plan to. Josh and Leanne ate at Mildreds Soho, London W1. Fancy a blind date? Email blind.date@theguardian.com … we have a small favour to ask. Millions are turning to the Guardian for open, independent, quality news every day, and readers in 180 countries around the world now support us financially. We believe everyone deserves access to information that’s grounded in science and truth, and analysis rooted in authority and integrity. That’s why we made a different choice: to keep our reporting open for all readers, regardless of where they live or what they can afford to pay. This means more people can be better informed, united, and inspired to take meaningful action. In these perilous times, a truth-seeking global news organisation like the Guardian is essential. We have no shareholders or billionaire owner, meaning our journalism is free from commercial and political influence – this makes us different. When it’s never been more important, our independence allows us to fearlessly investigate, challenge and expose those in power. Support the Guardian from as little as €1 – it only takes a minute. If you can, please consider supporting us with a regular amount each month. Thank you. link: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2022/dec/10/blind-date-leanne-josh
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