A few good dates...

Along the way, in between the years seperating my two biggest relationships- I have to say I have experienced some of the most interesting dates. Here is a selection that didn't make it past date 1. Let's face it, I just wasn't into him either!

Age 21- Date: The Love Bite- While casually enjoying some ice cream one fine summer evening, the guy actually bit my right upper arm. Alarmed, and choking back on my cone, I turned and glared at him, as his teeth pulled off my skin. "Did you just bite me?" I demanded. He stuttered a bit, and tried to explain- he informed me that it was a love bite. No big deal. I don't care what kind of bite it was- you don't bite someone on a first date... I gently requested that he take me home.

Age 25- Date: The Flexer- During a casual meal at a fabulous eatery, the man I was enjoying conversation with, placed his hands in back of his head, clasped his fingers and flexed his biceps in 10 minute intervals. I thought maybe he had a tick- but let's be honest- we weren't working out.

Age 27- Date: The Alcoholic- This guy's eyes were glued to the big screen as the Canadians flew up and down the ice. He downed 3 rum and cokes within ten minutes and without talking would often glance at me and shake his head. After about 20 minutes, he nervously looked around, and demanded to know where my boyfriend was. Over and over again. I made a quick phone call, and made a mad dash.

Age 28- Date: The Real Estate Agent- Enjoying a relaxing lunch, with a few spirits- and listening to him talk about himself incessantly for over an hour, he insisted he drive me to my car. Most obliging I accepted his invitation seeing as my car was about 20 blocks away. Once strapped, he informed me he had to make a quick pit stop. Turns out he needed to show a condo to prospective buyers, and brought me along for the tour. Awkward.

Age 29-Date: The Way too Metro- The guy had more rings on than I did, and drank his beer with two hands, pinky's pointing out. Seriously?

As I review some of these engrossing scenarios- I question whether some of my dating experiences are getting worse over time? In retrospect, I probably could have given the love biter a second chance! Are there any normal guys out there? I'm just asking for one good date, maybe even a few.