What are the common things that can go wrong on first dates according to first dates gone wrong stories?

Well, once I had a first date at a nice restaurant. I got there on time but my date was an hour late. And when he finally showed up, he was on his phone the whole time, texting and not really paying attention to me. It was so frustrating.

Often, people get really nervous and start sweating a lot, which can be embarrassing. Or they might say something really stupid like accidentally insulting the other person's taste in music or movies without meaning to. And then there's the situation where you forget the name of the person you're on a date with, which is super awkward.

My good first date story involves a hike. We met early in the morning and started on the trail. Along the way, we discovered a beautiful little stream and just sat there for a while, sharing stories about our families and our dreams. We watched the sunset on the way back and I knew this was the start of something special. There was a sense of peace and mutual understanding that made it truly great.

Just laugh it off. If something embarrassing happened like spilling a drink, making a joke about it can ease the tension. For example, say 'Well, at least we'll always remember this date!'.

One thing that can go wrong is a lack of proper lubrication. It can cause pain and even small tears. To avoid this, always use a good quality lubricant. Another issue could be going too fast without proper communication. Partners should talk about their comfort levels before starting. Also, not being relaxed can lead to problems. Relaxation techniques like deep breathing can be helpful.

A very typical first kiss gone wrong is when there's a lack of coordination. Maybe both people are so nervous that their lips don't meet properly, or they end up kissing more on the chin or cheek instead. Also, if there are distractions around, like a really loud noise or someone suddenly shouting. I knew a couple where during their first kiss, a dog started barking right next to them and it completely ruined the moment. It made them both jump and the mood was just gone.

One of my friends had a first date at a nice restaurant. She accidentally spilled red wine all over her white dress. It was so embarrassing. The date just went downhill from there as she was so flustered.

One common mishap is when there are long awkward silences. Maybe one person is too nervous to start a conversation or they run out of things to say quickly.

One common 'first date sob story' is when someone shows up really late because of a flat tire or getting lost, and then spends the whole date apologizing and feeling flustered. Another could be that one person accidentally spills a drink all over the other on the first date. And sometimes, a person might start talking about their ex a lot on the first date, which can make it really awkward.

Well, in the '50 First Dates' novel, the main male character meets this really charming woman. But she has a condition where she forgets everything that happened the day before. So the guy has to use all sorts of creative ways to re - introduce himself and make her like him every single day. It's a story full of love, patience and a bit of humor as he tries to build a relationship with her despite her memory problem.