Blind Date?

My friend has found the perfect guy for me. I think a blind date would be fun. What should we do?

I have three blind dates I want to tell you about:

1. Bad: My friend in New York City met a girl he knew was perfect for me. We had the same morals, interests, and a lot more. She and I emailed a few times, and arranged to meet each other for breakfast. From the first few minutes together, it was apparent we would not get along. The date was miserable and embarrassing for both of us.
   
   
2. Better: My roommate Matt wanted me to meet a girl he thought I should date. We planned on her and her friend joining us guys for dinner at my apartment. The girls brought dinner and guys made desert. Over dinner, I realized this girl was great, but we didn't have any chemistry. Because there was four of us, we were able to still have fun. When I see her around, we have a happy memory.
   
   
3. Best: My roommate Matt wanted me to meet another girl. He and I went over her family's house for dinner with no expectation that we should date. I got to know her, and her family. I kept going over for dinner with no pressure or expectation. After two years of growing up together, we are now dating.
   

My advice? Go with your friend and make sure he comes with a guy friend. That way, there's no pressure and no disappointments. If you two do hit it off, you'll go out again.

-Matt