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Blind Date Ratings: Brian Scores 8, Sparks Mixed Feelings

3/21/2026

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Brian and Jeanette went on a blind date at Molly’s Yard in Belfast, and Brian rated the evening 8 out of 10.
They hugged goodbye instead of kissing.
Jeanette described Brian as educated but wary, and she felt their lifestyles were incompatible.
Both expressed interest in social gatherings.
The Guardian dating column invites readers to email blind.date@theguardian.com.

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Story summary

Brian and Jeanette went on a blind date at Molly’s Yard in Belfast, and Brian rated the evening 8 out of 10.
They hugged goodbye instead of kissing.
Jeanette described Brian as educated but wary, and she felt their lifestyles were incompatible.
Both expressed interest in social gatherings.
The Guardian dating column invites readers to email blind.date@theguardian.com.