Take 10 -- A date derailed

This writing challenge comes directly from the January 2010 issue of Writer's Digest magazine (Page 11) and is slightly adapted for this swap.

Write a short story or scene (2-7 pages) with the following premise: You have just been abandoned by your date.

Tell the story but you must use one of the following 10 idiomatic expressions somewhere in your short story/scene:

1. He who laughs last, laughs best.

2. Six of one, a half dozen of another.

3. A penny saved is a penny earned.

4. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree.

5. Better late than never.

6. Every dog has his day.

7. The apple of my eye.

8. A stitch in time saves nine.

9. Never kid a kidder.

10. He has egg on his face.

Fine print: International. Snail mail. One partner. Group membership.