True Love After 40

Here are some important things to keep in mind when you are going on a first date with someone:

1. When in doubt about how to dress, keep it comfortable and a step above casual.  No torn jeans or t-shirts of any kind.  You want to make a great first impression, so Dress for Date Success.  Men, you will get extra points with most women if you dress well!
2. Make sure your appearance is neat and clean.  Poor hygiene is a one-way ticket to making your first date your last.
3. Breath mints!  I cannot emphasize this enough.  You may not get to a kiss at the end of a first date, but you still want to have fresh breath.  Breath mints are your best friend on a first date!
4. Unless you are in a career where you must be on call, turn off your cell phone.  If you cannot spend 30 to 60 minutes without making or receiving a call, find another time to make a date.  This is a big dating DON'T.
5. Take a deep breath and relax.  This is a simple meeting with a fellow human being. 

More tips to follow!  I'd love to know your ideas for a first date, so leave a comment.

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