In early January 2018, the Guardian arranged a blind date for two singles, Lizzie and Liam, in Manchester. The night was frigid, but their connection was instant. They found themselves kissing on the roof of an NCP car park, and little did they know that this would be the beginning of their love story. Lizzie and Liam recently got married and decided to share their journey with the magazine.
I had a conversation with Lizzie and Liam to learn more about how their relationship flourished over the past five years. Liam revealed that after that unforgettable night, he texted Lizzie to let her know what score he was going to give her in the magazine, as a way to woo her. He wanted to give her a perfect 10 but settled for eight, not wanting to appear too eager. Thankfully, his plan worked, and Lizzie was impressed.
Lizzie explained that what sealed the deal for her was the comfort and familiarity she felt with Liam. In the past, she had been on dates where she struggled to find things to say and even hid in the restroom for some thinking time. However, everything felt natural with Liam, and she admits that she was instantly attracted to him.
Their immediate connection also prevented them from resorting to excessive drinking, which is often common on first dates. They genuinely enjoyed each other’s company, making alcohol unnecessary. Lizzie had thought about this beforehand because she didn’t want the write-up to mention her slurred words by the end of the evening.
Surprisingly, the Blind Date column played a role in their wedding last summer. Liam’s best man printed copies of the article and placed them on each table at the wedding supper. This allowed every guest to read about how they met. To this day, Lizzie and Liam continue to read the Blind Date column and share particularly romantic stories with each other, discussing the scores. They don’t wish for every couple to fall in love and get married, but they find it nice to see that possibility.
In January 2023, Juliet, 74, and Dennis, 73, had their blind date at a country pub in Leicestershire. Both recently lost their partners and decided to take a leap of faith by applying for the Guardian Blind Date. At the end of the evening, they shared a small kiss, and since then, they have been meeting up regularly for lunch dates and walks along the canal.
Dennis describes their relationship as a friendship and understands that Juliet is still grieving. They talk about their families, share political discussions (Juliet is a member of Extinction Rebellion), and take things slowly. Dennis is content with the pace and doesn’t want to rush anything. He has experienced divorce in the past and wants to give Juliet the space she needs.
Juliet expresses her gratitude for taking a chance and participating in the column. Meeting Dennis has brought positivity into her life, and she no longer feels as lonely. They have started talking on the phone and have plans for a summer festival trip. Additionally, they are considering an outing on Dennis’s motorbike. Juliet emphasizes that she is not rushing into a romance but suggests that there may be something to watch out for in the future.
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