First date in 10 years - bit petrified but in a good way!

[Chocolate99]

I have recently separated from DH with a view to divorce shortly. as DH and I have literally not had sex for the last 6 of the 10 years we have been together, bar 1 or 2 times, I decided now was the time to get out and find a bit of romance I have been missing out on :)

Been on match.com for a few days and have been emailing about 5 men, one of whom I seem to have a connection with and he has proposed going for a walk in a public place this Saturday, the area is full of families at the weekend as country park and he has given me his mobile to ring him before then so I can speak to him.

what advice would you give me - regarding date in general, do I shake his hand, give him a kiss, what to wear - perhaps I am over thinking it but past relationships have always started at work or through friends so this is very new to me. any advice relating to online dating would be also be useful to a novice like me :)

Make sure that it is a public place and that he doesn't suggest something else at the last minute.
I found shaking hands a bit formal. An "air kiss" on the cheek is not inappropriate i don't think.
Dress smart, but not formal. If it's a walk, i'd probably wear jeans.
Do not be tempted to leave the public place for a private place at this stage. Going to a coffee shop is fine, going for a ride in his car is not.

Thanks for the advice Jamie, yes dont want to be caught on the hop by alternative venue! I suppose its a case of keep your wits about you at this early stage cos i am sure all the mentalists seem fine at first :)

I called him this evening and we spoke for about 20 mins and had lots to talk about so am relieved that there were no awkward silences etc and seems pretty normal bloke.

I think it might even be a wellies situation as can be a bit muddy there! Good job i dont have to dress up as that would make me more nervous!
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