"Practice Dating" The Rules...

I know I've mentioned Meetup.com before, and I know I've participated in one singles group via that site, which I've deleted myself  from since. 

I get an email letting me know that I might be interested in the "Practice Dating" group.  Of course, curiosity spins me, and I check it out.  In theory, it's a good idea.  In execution, I'm not too sure.

The idea is this... People are divided into age groups.  Amongst the members, you're responsible to set up a coffee date, go and meet that person (preferably in a place where the woman feels comfortable).  Afterwards, you email each other to give feedback.  Sounds simple, but it could feel as though you have a business appointment, no?  I could have coffee with my dental hygienist, but that's hardly a date.

I thought, okay, I'll try it out.  I sign up, scan through the list of men and women, and breathe a sigh of relief when I recognize someone.  Cup-o-joe, Joe... get it?  ;-)

I met Joe on a hike a couple weeks prior, and he was nice enough to loan me his flashlight that particular evening.  I email him casually and ask if he would like to grab coffee sometime.  A thought occurred to me that he might not even email me back, but he did.

So we agreed to meet in Pasadena the following week...