Is it normal to not look forward to a date (because of the nerves)?

I'm scared going into this particular date. Perhaps because I really like the person; I don't know. I want to see them, because I haven't in a while, yet, at the same time, I really am just not looking forward to it. I'm nervous and I'm scared. I understand it's necessary to deciding whether they'll be alright for me, but..geez, I guess I just don't want to find out that we wouldn't do alright. I'm afraid of opening up, and I'm afraid the conversation will not go smoothly. I know those are common fears, but is everyone always excited about a first date?