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‘He’s been divorced three times but I don’t judge people’: find out if María and Jon were compatible on this week’s blind date

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Maria (pictured), 62, is looking for a fun, kind and sexual guy who cares about others and the world.

MARÍA, 62

Single for 20 years, with a 28-year-old daughter.

Past dates?

I have been married twice. The first time was for 16 years and the second time was for just one year.

He was in love with a woman he worked with and, since she was not going to leave her husband, he married me. At least I enjoyed a fabulous honeymoon in the Maldives! Since then, I’ve dated some fascinating people.

Pre-date nerves?

I was nervously excited. But, if anything, my daughter was more excited than I was.

Maria (pictured), 62, is looking for a fun, kind and sexual guy who cares about others and the world.

First impressions?

Jon is handsome and has beautiful eyes. At the table he gave me the option of where to sit and I chose to face forward so I could see the street. Guilty as charged: I’m nosy.

Is he easy to talk to?

Yes, we talked as if we had known each other forever. Jon told me about his passion for dance. He competes in Latin and ballroom dancing and, by all indications, is quite light on his feet.

He has been divorced three times but I don’t judge people.

I told Jon about my job and he said he could see why I’m so good at it. I am a good listener and realize that life is fleeting so I don’t sweat the small things.

Embarrassing moments?

We both chose fish and it came with half a lemon tied in a piece of muslin. I didn’t understand that the juice is squeezed through the fabric. Jon was a gentleman and pointed out how to do it.

Did sparks fly?

When you’re older, what counts in another person is that they’re a decent human being, and Jon is that. Those qualities are more important than chemistry. That said, I’m good at flirting and people tell me I have charisma.

Maria, a civil celebrant and counselor, found Jon very easy to talk to and liked that he liked to dance.

Maria, a civil celebrant and counselor, found Jon very easy to talk to and liked that he liked to dance.

See it again?

I think we will, although I’m not sure in what context. We agreed that we had enjoyed each other’s company and had exchanged numbers.

What do you think Did he think about you?

He told me he appreciated being able to talk to me about anything. We didn’t mention that he was divorced three times, but I wouldn’t judge anyone for that.

Would your family and friends like it?

Yes, Jon is kind, soft-spoken, and respectful of women. He treated me like a lady.

VITAL BLIND DATE STATISTICS

MARÍA, 62

Single for 20 years, with a 28-year-old daughter.

CURRENT ROLE

Civil celebrant and counselor.

I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW

A fun, kind, sexual guy who cares about others and the world.

JON, 62

Single for four months, with a 33-year-old daughter and a 32-year-old son.

CURRENT ROLE

Mathematics and dance teacher.

I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW

A positive, creative woman willing to try new things.

JON, 62

Single for four months, with a 33-year-old daughter and a 32-year-old son.

Past dates?

I have had three marriages (and three divorces). Each lasted between six and eight years. The first time we got married too young, at 21 years old; my second wife was the mother of my children; I married the third one when I was 41 years old; She was a single mother of three children.

Since then I have had seven relationships. My friends describe me as devilishly romantic, which is why I would marry again.

Pre-date nerves?

I had some nerves beforehand, but they were because I wanted to make a good impression.

Jon (pictured) is looking for a woman who is positive, creative and willing to try new things.

Jon (pictured) is looking for a woman who is positive, creative and willing to try new things.

First impressions?

Maria was elegantly dressed in a lace dress; She didn’t wear much makeup and had her hair done very well. I was glad I wore my suit. We hugged and María kissed me on both cheeks.

Is he easy to talk to?

Yes, a lot, but it wasn’t small talk. I am at a crossroads in my career and Maria gave me some clarity about the importance of being true to yourself.

He officiates funerals… but he told some funny stories.

As a celebrant, you see both sides of life at weddings and funerals. But funerals can have funny moments: He talked about one where the funeral party was locked in, but they laughed: “Mom would have loved it!”

Embarrassing moments?

I was asked to bring Maria’s clothes (including a very jingly Christmas sweater) to the restaurant, since she had accidentally left them at the photo shoot.

Did sparks fly?

If I’m honest, I didn’t feel that spark. It was more of a meeting of minds. Although chemistry is a funny thing, there are times when it is so strong that you can feel it. In others, it is a slow process.

Math and dance teacher Jon felt it was a

Maths and dance teacher Jon felt it was a “meeting of minds” when he spoke to Maria.

See her again?

We had a wonderful meal and enjoyed our time together. We exchanged numbers and have been in touch ever since. I would like to remain friends.

What do you think Did she think about you?

I don’t know…if pressed, I think he’d say he likes me as a person.

Does your family and friends like her?

Yes. Maria is attractive company. She also has some funny stories. They would like her to be spiritual but down to earth.

MARIA’S VERDICT: 9/10

APPRECIATED? Jon is a gentleman.

REGRETS? None at all.

COFFEE OR TAXI? Coffee.

JON’S VERDICT: 8/10

APPRECIATED? Maria gives excellent advice.

REGRETS? None at all.

COFFEE OR TAXI? Coffee.

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