I dig this guy at work, and we joke around a lot. We share lots of interests and always have stuff to chat about. I catch him stealing glances at me, and he comes over to my desk, sits down and talks about his life, giving me rich details about personal family stuff and his history...(tho never asks about mine). The plans we keep making to "platonically" go grab a drink after work keep getting postponed. Yesterday his excuse was that he was tired, and wanted to go home. (he looked tired and I know he had a busy day) but I thought if a guy wanted to get to know a girl, he WOULD TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE OPPORTUNITY REGARDLESS OF WHETHER HE WAS TIRED OR NOT. I'm touchy with him, but he's only touched my shoulder once...but comes up to me with a "how's it going, kid? followed by a 'knuckle bump'. I catch his eye and smile, make sure we flirt a lot, and compliment him on the good job he's doing in the office. We don't work together, so dating would be ok, but yes, if it didn't work out, it might be awkward having to see him daily. However, I really would like to get to know him better, but am not sure why he's bailing on plans, but continues to engage me in personal conversations that always include the "so what are you doing this weekend? question. He told me about his weekend plans that involve obligations both sat/sun. He asked if I was going to see this band tonight (that we both like) and I said "well, I'm actually making other plans right now". His facial expression looked like he didn't expect me to have plans. I don't want to play games with him, but also don't want to alienate him by being the "chick in the office who digs me and won't leave me alone". HELP!
Update: I forgot to mention. He has only been at this new job for about a month. And is trying to make a good impression, there is no girlfriend, he has 3 little dogs that are his babies, he is NOT gay, and has to move apartments in 2 weeks, so he's a busy guy
3 months ago
Give him a bottle of wine or cognac, and tell him its a house-warming present . It will give him an easy opportunity to ask you to share it with him (at least that's what a gentleman would do) .
Nice idea...not sure of his "drink of choice"...but I'll try to find out. I was also going to get something for his pups (he's got a few dogs) and perhaps I can ask to "give them to the dogs personally"....I'll let you know. - 3 months ago
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Well, he's staying with the sister and her family . Not very "flexible" for me to swoop down and grab a hold of him . Uh, I mean bring over a bottle of wine . He's not very sophisticated . I'm sure he'd appreciate a pizza with everything more than the wine, but who knows ! Thanks again . - 3 months ago
Since he's such a busy guy after work, you're going to have to make your move DURING work;
Hang an "Out of Order" sign on the door of the mens bathroom. When he makes his daily visit to your desk, take him by the hand and coyly tell him you HAVE to "show him something". Lead him into your "specially reserved" bathroom, open up one of the stalls and say -- "check it out, these walls are virtually sound-proof! " If he has half a clue, he will immediately start ushering you into the stall.
At this point you can seal the deal by not letting him take-over your little charade -- maintain your upper-hand and drop to your knees, unbuckle his pants, and give him the best head you can possibly muster (open up your top and expose your breasts so he will also have some visual stimulation).
Afterwards, zip him up, lean into his ear and tell him he tasted as good as you imagined he would. Then casually start walking away towards the exit, making sure you give him plenty time to stare at your ass, as you turn your head and give him one last seductive smile and walk out the door.
Nothing moves a relationship out of the FRIEND ZONE and into the LOVE zone faster than hot, steamy, public-bathroom-stall-sex. If you've done your job correctly, he will be taking time out of his "busy" schedule to return the favor.
Wow--I think I need a cold shower now . If someone did that to me I think I would definitely at least make a little time for her after work . - 3 months ago
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LMAO!! Dude. For real? Look, I love hot seduction as much as the next guy or gal, but jeez......a BJ in the bathroom? That would work if I wanted to be known as the office skank, I suppose. I'd rather give him a treat like that outside of work, like after a happy hour in his car or something. (I've been thinking how I'd do that). I could ONLY IMAGINE the possible grief and gossip that would surround the bathroom stall incident if someone saw us coming out. Nice idea for a movie though. ; )~ - 3 months ago
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OK . You made me laugh, and cringe . I love that . You get best answer for most F*g outrageous balls to the wall (no pun intended) idea to "get a guy" . I will always have this to fall back on, should I fail with the more subtle option that includes velcro-ing my naked body to his cubicle panel . - 3 months ago
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Velcro -- nice ! Let me know if thinks don't work out in the "Friend Zone" ;) - 3 months ago
Sounds like he is frightened of being rejected!. Make a firm first move. He will be overwhelmed at first but only cos of his insecurity. Snog his face off. It WILL re-assure him!
Thanks for the support, but I DID make several firm moves that I didn't mention: I've initiated 3 offers to go get a drink; another time at his desk, I put my arm around his neck (fake choking him) and whispered a playful comment in his ear about "getting revenge if he doesn't help me on my project", and also winked with a coy suggestion that he let me see his back tattoo for real, not in a photo. All of these got him to smile and laugh. I KNOW he must know I like him. How is he afraid of ME? - 3 months ago
I would not begin a relationship with a co-worker. It could get ugly and others could make it a spectacle because they have nothing better to do. Tread lightly on this one and think carefully about your professional future at your job.
If you want different results, you have to change what you are doing, right? You have made clear to this guy that you are interested. That's good. But you still find yourself stuck in his "friend zone". Pushing too hard to get out of that zone will make you look desperate. That's bad. If I were you, I'd back off a bit instead. Keep smiling when you make eye contact, and keep sending out friendly vibes, but stop touching him and such. Let him keep dropping by your desk, but don't drop by his desk. Next time he asks about your plans, make sure he knows you have other friends and fun things to do on nights and weekends outside the office (in other words, make sure he understands that you are a popular, fun, attractive person, not a dork sitting at home, waiting by the phone...) Try this for a week or two, and see how he reacts. Good luck!
Ya know, this is exactly what I should be doing and ironically, probably the same advice that I'd give others, but sometimes when you're "in it" it's hard to see the right thing 'cause you're all tied up in the infatuation. Thanks for your insight girlfriend. I'll give you best answer for best "realistic and should-do" response. For the record though, before you provided comment, I had previously selected XPER 1158's answer above regarding the BJ in the bathroom because it was so outrageous. - 3 months ago
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Well, yes, I was going to give the same answer as XPER 1158, but he beat me to it. :) - 3 months ago
He's probably fearful of seeming unprofessional. Maybe he's strict on himself about keeping work and play two different worlds. But since he only sees you at work he's gently putting himself out there to tell you he likes you. Maybe he doesn't want to come on too strong or is playing hard to get so he doesn't seem needy. Or maybe he's not intentionally blowing you off, he does sound like a busy guy. This sounds like it has potential, you should write him a letter I think. It sounds silly but it'll get the point across and break the ice. And about the being too tired thing, if women can tell men that they don't want to have sex because they're too tired, and the men are supposed to be understanding of it, then I think that it's okay for a guy to be too tired to go out lol. He probably wants to be wide awake to give you his full attention. Good luck!
Whoa. Don't want to put my feelings in writing. Especially at work! He was having a bad day last week and I wrote him out an inspiring quote, which he still has up in his cubicle. That is enough "reminder of me" in writing, but I wouldn't want a letter floating around the office. YIKES! He and I barely email each other. Even tho he's a "tech guy", I will send him an email, and he will come over and respond in person. Thanks for the insight. Appreciate your comments. - 3 months ago
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Oh okay lol understandable. Well there are other ways lol I'm sure it'll work itself out somehow - 3 months ago
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Describe your ideal first date; Where do you go? What do you wear? How does the date end?
My first ideal date could simply be out to dinner and then a movie or it could just be going over his place and watching a movie or doing something. I don't really care what we do as long as we have fun. either way id wear something nice. probably a black mini skirt and a tight white tanktop with lace and with a shirt over it and definitely cute black shoes. and the date would end with a kiss.
Afterwards..what will your date know about you?
After the date he would know that I'm nice, fun to be around, sweet, funny, confident, and cute.
And the picture I know I was at work, waitressing.