Kissing Frogs?

So, there’s a little topic that’s been on my mind for a couple years now, but it’s been more frequent since I started dating more and actually putting in effort to relationships. Kissing, but more specifically, kissing on the first date.

Personally, I don’t have a problem with it if it seems right. I don’t condone making out wiht every guy you go on a date with, but if you both seem to really like each other, why not a little kiss to see if there’s something there.

For me, a kiss is a way to see if there’s chemistry. If there’s no spark in a kiss, I know he’s not the right guy for me. A few more factors go into the whole “is he or is he not?” question, but the kiss is the most physical part.

But, that’s just my opinion, so I decided to get a few friends opinions on the topic, too.

My friend, male, said, “Depends on how the date is going. Assuming it went well, I see no issue if both people seem comfortable. To me, it’s a relatively harmless form of expressing one’s feelings towards another person. As a general rule, if you are uncertain, ask or don’t do it. Kiss does not equal an obligation for anything more but can be a good way of showing interest.”

Another friend of mine, male, said, “I say that’s too soon, and should be held off until the third date or after.”

Again, a male friend of mine, sent in a message, “Depends on the situation and how well you know the other person.”

My guy Australian friend said, “After a short date, just a kiss goodbye; but if you’ve spent a fair bit of time with them and it happens to go that far, there’s nothing wrong with it.”

Another guy in my friend group sent in the group chat, “First date seems alright if things are going well. Definitely don’t wanna wait too long though.”

My girl Australian friend said, “If it’s a first date, I’d go for a kiss on the cheek, but other than that, I think it’s a bit soon. Unless you’ve been talking for a while; then I say it’s okay.”

Another girl friend of mine said, “I’m gonna go with no. Just because I’d like to be kissed unexpectedly and I feel like a kiss on the first date is totally expected.”

And last but not least, another guy friend of mine had some advice based on his past experience and said, “I went on a great date a little bit over a year ago with someone that I’d gotten really close to and we had a blast but we didn’t kiss and I still regret not kissing her. If it’s a mutual feeling, go for that dang kiss.”

So, as you can see, despite your opinion on first kisses, just do what feels right and don’t force anything.

I’ll see y’all with another Love Story post this Friday. Have a great week!