I think its important to take the time needed and get comfortable...Knowing the other persons interests helps and being able to talk honestly...I think communications and respect are so important to any good relationship...
As for my interest I have many...Love to hike, walk, swim, festivals, fairs, theater, reading, performing music and writing songs...the arts, dancing, golf, picnics, family get togethers, barbe q's ...coffee shops, what ever, Im open to trying new things...

I think a nice first date would be a coffee shop or dinner at a nice restaurant where we could eat and talk and laugh, while getting comfortable with each other...Good atmosphere is very important..