My Romantic Vacation Turned Into A Fight For Survival (A True Story)

After two incredible weeks of dating, Tom and I decided to take a spontaneous week-long vacation together. The first day was perfect: exploring a coastal town, laughing, and feeling that magical new-relationship spark. Then, disaster struck. After a day of indulging in rich pastries, my stomach declared war. As a torrential rainstorm hit and we got lost looking for the car, I was hit with the most urgent, desperate need to find a bathroom.

This is the hilariously mortifying story of how I battled explosive stomach issues on a deserted street in the freezing rain, while trying to impress the amazing new man in my life. Tom’s response—offering to let me use his dog’s towel in the car—proved he was a keeper. From near-disaster to true love, this is the most embarrassing date story you’ll hear all year.

Would you have been able to handle this situation with grace, or would the mortification have ended the relationship? Leave your verdict in the comments.

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