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Date #52 (my final date)
Key Takeaways: “Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened.” Also, don’t judge me for using that cheesy Dr. Seuss quote....
Isabel
Dec 27, 20207 min read
Date #51
Key Takeaways: Turns out dating app algorithms might know something about chemistry and compatibility. Vitals: Name: Karch because he...
Isabel
Dec 20, 20203 min read
Date #50
Key Takeaways: If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again (for a whole year) because… it’s a relief to find someone who has real...
Isabel
Dec 13, 20204 min read
Date #49
Key Takeaways: A FaceTime chat or phone call could reveal a lot about a date’s personality in advance. Vitals: Name: Francesco, because...
Isabel
Dec 6, 20204 min read
Date #48
Key Takeaways: My faith in young men is restored, thank goodness. Vitals: Name: Nathan because we talk about loving the show Nathan For...
Isabel
Nov 29, 20204 min read
Date #47
Key Takeaways: A case of mistaken identity? Wait to go in for a hug if you’re meeting a blind date when everyone is wearing masks....
Isabel
Nov 22, 20204 min read
Date #46
Key Takeaways: You’ve got to find out, what’s the right type of crazy? Vitals: Name: George, the comedy writer from Date #45 Length of...
Isabel
Nov 15, 20203 min read
Date #45
Key Takeaways: Having a serious sense of humor filter is no laughing matter – jokes on jokes on jokes. Vitals: Name: George because he...
Isabel
Nov 8, 20203 min read
Date #44
Key Takeaways: Surfing is gnarly, bro Vitals: Name: Ace from Date #40 Length of date: 2 hours and 30 minutes How the date was obtained:...
Isabel
Nov 1, 20204 min read
Date #43
Key Takeaways: I shouldn’t talk about space because I get too worked up and also, maybe I look like Penélope Cruz? Vitals: Name: Geovanni...
Isabel
Oct 25, 20203 min read
Date #42
Key Takeaways: Laughter is truly the best medicine First, an IMPORTANT announcement: this week I’m writing about a date with a guy who...
Isabel
Oct 18, 20204 min read
Date #41
Key Takeaways: It’s so exciting to see live entertainment, even if it’s through a car windshield! Vitals: Name: Don, from Date #38...
Isabel
Oct 11, 20204 min read
Date #40
Key Takeaways: I know a lot of creative names for weed Vitals: Name: Ace because he is a Veterinary Technician (Vet Tech for short) and...
Isabel
Oct 4, 20204 min read
Date #39
Key Takeaways: Is a nude beach a good idea for a first date? Vitals: Name: Charlie, because It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia is his...
Isabel
Sep 27, 20203 min read
Date #38
ISABEL DATE #38 Key Takeaways: If you have a puppy, you have an advantage Vitals: Name: Don, he's in advertising like Mad Men's Don...
Isabel
Sep 20, 20203 min read
Date #37 Thank you, next... but really
Date #37 involved Shakeshack's 'Shroom Burger, a walk on the beach, and deep convos. This was my thirteenth date with Kelly, but also my...
Isabel
Sep 13, 20206 min read
Date #36
Key Takeaways: I like Kelly and charcuterie Vitals: Name: Kelly Length of date: 4 hours How the date was obtained: We talked about it...
Isabel
Sep 6, 20201 min read
Date #35 + Date-a-Week.com
Key Takeaways: Step right up! Why you should consider a Date-a-Week! Vitals: Name: Date-a-Week Length of date, how the date is obtained,...
Isabel
Aug 30, 20204 min read
Date #34
Key Takeaways: Sh*t gets real Vitals: Name: Kelly (round 6) Length of date: 3 hours How the date was obtained: arranging for a 6th Where:...
Isabel
Aug 23, 20205 min read
Date #33
Key Takeaways: My roommates weigh in about Kelly Vitals: Name: Kelly (round 5) Length of date: 3 hours How the date was obtained:...
Isabel
Aug 16, 20205 min read
Date #32
Key Takeaways: This date was truly magical Vitals: Name: Kelly (round 4) Length of date: 5 hours How the date was obtained: arranging for...
Isabel
Aug 9, 20204 min read
Date #30 + #31
Key Takeaways: I’m setting a goal to be in the moment and not overthink things Vitals: Name: Kelly (round 2) Length of date: 3 hours 30...
Isabel
Aug 2, 20205 min read
Date #29
Key Takeaways: I get a little giddy every time I get a text from him. Vitals: Name: Kelly [Slater] because he surfs Length of date: 2...
Isabel
Jul 26, 20204 min read
Date #28
Key Takeaways: Being a good conversationalist with interesting opinions is sexy Vitals: Name: Clark (because he goes to Lewis and Clark...
Isabel
Jul 19, 20205 min read
Date #27
Key Takeaways: some friendships can withstand everything - even a walk through the La Brea Tar Pits Vitals: Name: Adam (for Adam Driver...
Isabel
Jul 12, 20204 min read
Date #26
Key Takeaways: You can find a catch at Catch LA, it’s just not on the menu. Vitals: Name: Rick (round 5) Length of date: 2 hours 30...
Isabel
Jul 5, 20204 min read
Date #25
Key Takeaways: Music is the universal language of love Vitals: Name: Joe [Jonas] because this guy writes songs! Length of date: 1 hour...
Isabel
Jun 21, 20204 min read
Date #24
Key Takeaways: “Phase One” COVID times and monsoons don’t mix. Vitals: Name: Roger Length of date: 6 hours – the longest date to date How...
Isabel
Jun 14, 20204 min read
Date #22 + #23
Key Takeaways: “FaceTime and Bake” is a sweet virtual date. Vitals: Name: Roger, Round Two! Length of date: 1 hour 15 mins How the date...
Isabel
Jun 7, 20205 min read
Date #21
Key Takeaways: He was a timely guy! Have I met “the one?” Vitals: Name: Roger [Federer] because he's a tennis player! Length of date: 1...
Isabel
May 24, 20203 min read
Date #20
Key Takeaways: Burning Man is fun, even if you’re not doing shrooms! Vitals: Name: Nacho (I will explain…) Length of date: 1 hour 30...
Isabel
May 17, 20203 min read
Date #18 + #19
Yes, I went on two dates! As you may remember, last week I didn't go on a single date. I needed to bring my A-game this week, which is...
Isabel
May 10, 20205 min read
Date #?
Key Takeaways: Everyone should be given some extra slack during this time. Vitals: Name: Mr. Nobody Length of date: 0.00 How the date was...
Isabel
May 3, 20202 min read
Date #17
Key Takeaways: Ex’s aren’t so bad. Vitals: Name: Walt, because he does animation Length of date: 2 hours How the date was obtained: I...
Isabel
Apr 26, 20204 min read
Date #16
Key Takeaways: Before a big night, check the tags inside a new shirt for care instructions, that is unless your goal to sear a hole in it...
Isabel
Apr 19, 20204 min read
Date #15
Key Takeaways: On this second date, I did go into a man's apartment... Virtually. Vitals: Name: Billy [Joel] – the piano man, from Date...
Isabel
Apr 12, 20203 min read
Date #14
Vitals: Name: Rick, remember Rick [Wetzel] from last week Length of date: 1.5 hours How the date was obtained: This was a second date...
Isabel
Apr 5, 20203 min read
Date #13
Key Takeaways: On this virtual date I got to laugh and smile and joke and focus on something other than COVID-19! Vitals: Name: Rick...
Isabel
Mar 29, 20204 min read
Date #12
Key Takeaways: I’m putting online speed dating into park Vitals: Name: Although I “met” four different men during my virtual speed dating...
Isabel
Mar 22, 20205 min read
Date #11
Key Takeaways: Maybe blind dates aren’t so bad after all Vitals: Name: Tom, because he is an actor and also it’s a tribute to our...
Isabel
Mar 15, 20203 min read
Date #10
Key Takeaways: How far is too far? Vitals: Name: Billy [Joel] because he is the Piano Man. He owns a real piano. Not a keyboard. A piano...
Isabel
Mar 8, 20203 min read
Date #9
Key Takeaways: Do second dates = hand-holding? Vitals: Name: Leonardo (round 2) Length of date: 2 hours How the date was obtained: asking...
Isabel
Mar 1, 20202 min read
Date #8
Key Takeaways: Not having turtle talk could lead to a second date! Vitals: Name: Leonardo, which is not his real name but he is a fellow...
Isabel
Feb 23, 20203 min read
Date #7
Key Takeaways: Having a first date on Valentine’s Day is risky and may, or may not, pay off. Vitals: Name: Ricky [Bobby], which is not...
Isabel
Feb 16, 20204 min read
Date #6
Key Takeaways: Escape rooms and Ramen are great date activities, but not great first date activities. Trust me. Vitals: Name: Harry,...
Isabel
Feb 9, 20204 min read
Date #5
Key Takeaways: Going on a date is not a one-woman show and I don’t have to fill every tiny silence with entertaining quips. Vitals: Name:...
Isabel
Feb 2, 20204 min read
Date #4
Key Takeaways: If someone asks you if you think Wookiees are cute then just say, "yes." Don't say you don't know much about Wookiee's...
Isabel
Jan 26, 20203 min read
Date #3 (Both sides)
Key Takeaways: If you drive a 2002 Kia Spectra, you need to take your car into the shop immediately… you know who you are. Vitals:...
Isabel
Jan 19, 20207 min read
Date #2
Key Takeaways: It’s easy to get nervous on a date, so if you find yourself talking about the braces and headgear you sported as a child,...
Isabel
Jan 12, 20203 min read
Date #1
Key takeaways: Unless you like seeing a possible partner sweating and gasping for air, I don’t suggest hiking as a first date. Also,...
Isabel
Jan 5, 20203 min read
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