1. You have no other burning options, let’s be honest.
2. You can have fun dressing up for your outing together, like “omg totally”.
3. You both like to do the same things, so less chance of food-related arguments.
4. You can eat as much as you want to, in whatever ugly fashion you choose – she’s used to it.
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5. No need to make polite conversation. Silences = not awkward.
6. She won’t get jealous or possessive when you check out the waiter.
7. You’re not a walking, talking cliche of V-Day, and can take the p**s out of anyone who is. Yuck.
8. You can invite her in for a glass of wine with limited implications as to what you’re really after.
9. Really it’s just another chance to remind each other how amazing you both are.
10. And since you can’t date yourself, really she’s the next best thing…
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