ROTFLOL!
"Read a newspaper or book during the meal. Ignore your date."
For some, this would be Truth-In-Advertising. Myself, I plan someday to have my bride sit beside me at the computer during meals while we browse FreeRepublic.... ;^)
And now, I'm off to a Christian Singles Valentines Dance in allegedly-fabulous Southern California!
Heh...I know of various couples who will post to one another even though they're in the same room. ;-)
And I admit it, I do the same with my roommate once in awhile.
But on a date, I'd think *discussing* books and newspapers would be more where it's at.
Enjoy the dance!
LOL
Hope you meet some lovely ladies!