BLIND DATE: I’d like another date without my 13-year-old coming along…

Every week FEMAIL asks two singles to report on their blind date.

This week it’s the turn of Amanda, 49, and Nick, 48. But could romance be on the horizon for these two hopefuls?

Amanda, 49

Divorced with two children aged 15 and 13.

Current role: Editor of a magazine.

Would like to meet: A relaxed man with whom I can have fun and go on vacation. I am not looking for another man, just someone to share things with.

Dating in the past?

I was married for 14 years, but we broke up over two years ago. We’re still friends. Since then I’ve been on three dates, one of which was a catfish — a completely different guy than the one I thought I was chatting with. It was all very strange — I suspect he was married.

Pre-date nerves?

I was a little worried because I knew so little about Nick. While I was waiting, a man came in who looked about 80 and I thought, ‘Could that be him?’

First impression?

He wasn’t 80! And yes, he was attractive and neatly dressed in a dark blue t-shirt and pants. He had a big smile that made him look friendly, and I knew it would be okay. He told me he was nervous too, so that helped.

Easy to talk to?

We come from completely different backgrounds, he’s a Greek Cypriot from North London, while I’m from the West Country, but we’re both sociable and can talk about what it was like growing up in the rave culture of the 90s.

We’ve also dealt with children, cats, holidays and even ghosts. I was the editor of a ghost magazine and told Nick about the guy I interviewed once who thought his behind was possessed! Nick told me about an eerily accurate reading he had from a psychic, even though he’s not a true believer.

We both got into conversational topics, which I loved. I had a great time. My 13-year-old daughter joined us at the end — she was shopping — but it wasn’t awkward and Nick made her feel welcome, which was lovely.

Embarrassing moments?

Not at all.

Are there sparks?

It’s too early to tell, although I think we were attracted to each other and there was a bit of flirting. We exchanged numbers and he’s already messaged me, so maybe.

See him again?

I think we will see each other again without the pressure of having to tell a national newspaper afterwards. Something more relaxed, like a pub lunch. And without my daughter coming with us on the date…

What do you think? He thought of you?

I’d be surprised if he wasn’t positive.

Would your family like him?

My daughter spent two hours with us and thought he was very sweet.

Amanda’s rating: 9.5/10

Did you like it? We were chatting the whole time, it was so much fun.

Regret? No.

Coffee or taxi? Coffee.

Nick, 48

Divorced and one son of 15 years old.

Current role: Bus driver.

Would like to meet: An independent woman with a life of her own, who does not depend on me for her happiness.

Dating in the past?

My longest relationship lasted six years, but we broke up amicably three years ago. I am still friends with my son’s mother, who I was with for four years. Lately, dating has not been a priority, because I have been too busy.

Pre-date nerves?

It’s my first official date in two years, but I tried to use the nerves as fuel.

First impression?

I was really impressed. Amanda was wearing a red dress and she had a great figure — you can tell she takes care of herself and goes to the gym. From the moment we sat down, we couldn’t stop chatting.

Easy to talk to?

We talked for an hour and a half before we even ordered food. Amanda loves to travel — as do I — and we talked about the ups and downs of having teenagers. We obviously come from different backgrounds, but that didn’t matter. The only thing we didn’t talk about was past relationships, which I don’t think either of us would consider a good topic for a first date. We also laughed a lot. I love it when a woman has a great sense of humor.

Embarrassing moments?

Not once.

Are there sparks?

I don’t think so at this early stage. She was just someone I got on incredibly well with. There was no sexual chemistry, even though she is attractive, but I attribute that to the fact that it was my first date in two years.

See her again?

We exchanged numbers, but nothing was said about whether we wanted to see each other again. She may have thought there was no chemistry, but I’m not that disappointed. I felt the same way. So I have no idea if we’ll meet again, but I would love to see her again, even if it’s just as friends.

What do you think? was she thinking of you?

I hope she will say that I am easy going and polite.

Would your family like her?

She has a great personality. I even met her 13 year old daughter after the date when she was shopping nearby. We all went to a pub afterwards which was lovely and relaxed. We had a great time.

Nick’s rating: 10/10

Did you like it? She didn’t look at her phone once.

Regret? Not at all.

Coffee or taxi? Coffee.