Taking the First Step?

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Registered: 02-05-2008
Taking the First Step?
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Tue, 02-05-2008 - 8:52am

I've always been the one to be asked out. Now, the tables have turned and I'm confused about this great guy I've met.

I really like and I think he may like me as well. I always see him in his work environment, and he sends me subtle signals of interest (like, watching me and smiling, always making the effort to say hi, standing close when we talk, gently touching my arm , talking softly to me and during a recent conversation saying he likes Starbucks).

Has he not asked me out because it's his place of business? Would it be too forward for me to ask him out for a Starbucks coffee the next time I see him?

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Registered: 10-17-2002
Tue, 02-05-2008 - 11:33am
You never know - he could be married or have a girlfriend or be in some other way unavailable.

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Registered: 11-10-2007
Tue, 02-05-2008 - 12:50pm
I dont see why you cant suggest an outting at Starbucks sometime.
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Registered: 02-05-2008
Tue, 02-05-2008 - 8:58pm

Ask him out for coffee!!!

 
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Registered: 04-15-2003
Sat, 02-09-2008 - 4:51pm
I think a casual, "Well I know we both like Starbucks.
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iVillage Member
Registered: 02-05-2008
Sun, 02-10-2008 - 10:09pm
I personally never directly ask but if they're super slow, I'll drop a subtle hint about hanging out.
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Registered: 01-23-2008
Mon, 02-11-2008 - 6:32pm
If you ask him out the first time, then the ball is in his court.