DO YOU PREFER A GUY TO PAY ON THE FIRST DATE?

BY CYNAID CREE
I still remember the day when my friend texted me while I was doing my hair.She was frantically upset,although i couldn't understand why.Two weeks ago she was going on about how much she liked this guy.He was sweet,interested in all she had to say.She was physically attracted to him.He seemed like an educated guy, equal to her that matched what she was looking for.No she was not looking for a super rich man but someone that was just as hard working as her.

They just went out for drinks,but that evening determined whether that date would lead to the second or not.Apparently after the drinks the bill sat on the table.The bill was R25 ,so is that like about $2 each?.So guess what this great guy said,"heres my R12.50".My friend just looked at him in utter shock.She gave him her R14.50 with tip and said she's tired,she'd like to go home.I think he wanted to go somewhere else after that to a club but a simple mistake ruined the whole night.

My opinion on the whole thing.I was upset for him doing that.He could have just paid the bill as it was just R25.My friend said she would have paid the full amount herself but because she was upset by his actions,she paid her dues and wanted to get the hell out of there which ruined the mood for the relationship to follow.I do realize women want to be seen as equals but if women took all responsibility, what is there left for a man to own.Personally I don't mind paying my way wherever I go,but if you're going to buy your own flowers and chocolates on your birthday or valentines day,all the money in the world cant give you the same feeling when you get these gifts from true act of kindness and love.So guys remember that women can take care of themselves but we really like a guy being THE guy too.I do believe a lady that works hard will split the bills with you,but making a move like asking to split the bill on the first date just ruins your chances of a great relationship.I think table manners a guy should own it all,but I do give caution to the gold-diggers that take advantage of well mannered men.Go out for drinks,if the second date gets out of control guys you know she is a gold-digger so stop there.But if you meet a great lady,be table manner ready,all good women deserve it.:)

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