Sara and Jenny met for a blind date at a vibrant lesbian bar in London, where their initial nervousness quickly transformed into laughter and engaging conversation. Sara, originally from south London, described Jenny as amazing, beautiful and friendly. In exchange, Jenny found Sara to be clear headed, very smart, curious about everything, and delightfully disorganized. The depth, intelligence and pure fun that the two women brought to their evening conspired to produce a rare concert experience that had everyone—including the two of them—beaming.
Jenny came all the way from Leeds for the blind date. She couldn’t wait to meet the woman face-to-face who had inspired her so. As the evening went on, the two women discovered joint causes and mutual interests. Together, music deepened their connection. Jenny confessed that she was utterly crazy for English pop star Robbie Williams, which sent Sara into a tizzy. Their conversation flowed effortlessly, showcasing Sara’s intelligence and ability to hold a captivating dialogue.
The chemistry between them was a big deal. Sara once skillfully handled an uncomfortable encounter with gnawed olive pits, a testament to their bond. She easily moved the remains to a bowl without looking frazzled, and Jenny was wowed. This small win only emphasized Sara’s charm and sweetness, qualities that further enchanted Jenny and made her all-in.
As the night went on and the booze started pouring, both women found themselves going into the ratings game. Jenny gave Sara a 10 out of 10, but that score was after several glasses of wine. Meanwhile, Sara awarded Jenny a very respectable 9, but owned up to the fact that Jenny should have received a 10. This whimsical scoring method was a fun touch that only contributed to the whimsical vibe they brought together.
Sara also appreciated that their date was in such an unusual and fun environment. The experience of having this moment in a lesbian bar added an extra layer of magic and inclusion. She told me to imagine how hard it would be to not hit it off with somebody so magnetic as Jenny. Their mutual understanding, warmth, and humor made it clear that something deeper was waiting to blossom beyond a brief serial encounter.
Though hopeful of this new bond, both women were realistic about long-distance relationship woes. They noted that these types of arrangements can be challenging, understanding that their own geographic distance might pose a challenge to any future collaborative efforts. Yet they walked out of the bar smiling and optimistic about their future, though.