You've survived a difficult break-up, and now you're back on the dating scene. Finally your "I'm single and ready to mingle" game face is on! You've heard countless stories from your friends about their dates from hell. Let's face it you only get one chance for a second date. Here are the top 6 first date fails and how to avoid them! You're running late! Actually, you're extremely late! Traffic sucks! Program your Tivo or DVR to record the rest of your show and move right along!

You're completely rushing because you've mismanaged your time by staying on Twitter way too long, and now you have to scurry to get there on time. We all have these problems, but no one wants to hear the lame excuse "I was stuck in traffic". Listen, first impressions are everything. What do you think you're telling your date by running late? If you want to score a second date, some "nookie", or a potential relationship avoid being late! Set your alarm ahead of time.

You never know you could be going on a date with Cinderella, so don't be late! So your friend has this bright idea to set you up with one of their co-workers. You trust your friend and have completely opted out of spying on your blind dates Facebook page beforehand. You arrive at the restaurant and notice you're now sitting across the table from Shrek! It's perfectly fine if you're not one who tends to find beauty in every person you meet. Gracefully bow out of the date.

Now some may argue that physical attraction isn't the most important element when it comes to a long-lasting relationship. Nicely apologize and leave a tip for the waiter. Don't waste your time if you don't feel a tingly sensation coming from your genitals. No one wants to wake up to Shrek for the rest of their lives. Wardrobe malfunction! It's very important to look your best when meeting a potential Mr. Ladies, you can be both sexy and classy at the same time.