Blind date: He handled an allergic reaction with stoicism, while I fretted about having to tell the Guardian I'd killed my date'

"More importantly, someone kind in wonderful knitwear. First impressions? Instant energy and joy, though sadly no knitwear!"

"Best thing about Erin? I've never been on a date with someone I felt so completely at ease with. She wore a tie to the meal, too."

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