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I told someone I like them!

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Tonight1 · 20/11/2023 14:00

We've only known each other 2 years but I sent him a message saying I think he's brilliant. He's shy and I am too so fingers crossed!

This is the first time I've felt like this in years

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itsmyp4rty · 20/11/2023 14:03

2 years? That's a long time surely. I hope he feels the same OP! Exciting times, good luck!

Inthegrotto · 20/11/2023 14:04

Good luck!

RandomForest · 20/11/2023 20:15

We've only known each other 2 years

Only 😂

What's prompted this to come out now ?

Thewondererhasreturned · 20/11/2023 22:10

You said you think he's brilliant? I'm assuming you didn't word it like that he may take the friend route if he's shy in not knowing how to respond. Best of luck OP sounds like it's been a romance in the making

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Tonight1 · 21/11/2023 15:09

@Thewondererhasreturned actually I did say I think he's brilliant! I can't get much more effusive than that. It didn't upset him.

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Tonight1 · 21/11/2023 15:10

RandomForest · 20/11/2023 20:15

We've only known each other 2 years

Only 😂

What's prompted this to come out now ?

Oh I was feeling affectionate

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AllTheWatersTurnedToClouds · 21/11/2023 15:15

Good for you - I approached DH. Very unlike me.

28 yrs later i still think he's brilliant...Grin

calorcalorcalor · 21/11/2023 20:53

Good for you! Did he reply?

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Tonight1 · 22/11/2023 20:26

Oh yes, it was a neutral message in a way. Just that he's brilliant. He replied and asked me a question. We have all the time in the world so there's no scurry hurry

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mrboombasticwhy · 22/11/2023 20:41

Ooh

Catapultaway · 22/11/2023 20:43

Slow down, you've only known him for 2 years... this seems a bit rushed.

(I know people who have met, married and divorced in that timescale 🤣)

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Tonight1 · 22/11/2023 22:01

Catapultaway · 22/11/2023 20:43

Slow down, you've only known him for 2 years... this seems a bit rushed.

(I know people who have met, married and divorced in that timescale 🤣)

That's kind of you. I felt a flurry of emotion and told him I think he's brilliant. Absolute no strings or expectations attached. He'd have to wait a few years anyway as I need to get back on my feet. He's not desperate for a relationship either.

So this will take time but it was nice saying to him :)

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RandomForest · 23/11/2023 00:16

So this will take time but it was nice saying to him :)

Did he offer similar compliments back ?

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Tonight1 · 23/11/2023 20:18

Oh actually he did get back today. Things are fine and he's supportive.

No he didn't give me a compliment just said bloody hell you have so much going on at present (long story). He wrote his will a year ago and asked me what I wanted. So I requested a lamb. I thought asking for the house was a bit much 😁

So it's all fine.

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Tonight1 · 23/11/2023 20:21

It's not really romantic it's just that we get on really well

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BeardedIrises · 23/11/2023 20:24

Tonight1 · 23/11/2023 20:18

Oh actually he did get back today. Things are fine and he's supportive.

No he didn't give me a compliment just said bloody hell you have so much going on at present (long story). He wrote his will a year ago and asked me what I wanted. So I requested a lamb. I thought asking for the house was a bit much 😁

So it's all fine.

OP, are you on glue?

This is like some kind of veeeerrrry slow motion wildlife documentary, like about the mating of giant tortoises or something.

theduchessofspork · 23/11/2023 20:24

Tonight1 · 23/11/2023 20:18

Oh actually he did get back today. Things are fine and he's supportive.

No he didn't give me a compliment just said bloody hell you have so much going on at present (long story). He wrote his will a year ago and asked me what I wanted. So I requested a lamb. I thought asking for the house was a bit much 😁

So it's all fine.

If he agreed to the lamb he’s a good one. You’ll never starve with a lamb in the freezer 😁

How are you going to nudge this forward OP?

IME it takes a little leap to move from friendship to relationship, and a weekend away is a good way to try it.

Could you start to pave the way by suggesting a drink?

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Tonight1 · 23/11/2023 20:42

BeardedIrises · 23/11/2023 20:24

OP, are you on glue?

This is like some kind of veeeerrrry slow motion wildlife documentary, like about the mating of giant tortoises or something.

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Sort of! I've had a nervous breakdown this week with getting screamed at for cutting my hair short and being called uglier than a prostitute, police round several times looking for someone on the run and I've been very stressed out and have relied heavily on my friends. GP has been very good.

I'm not on glue but yes you're accurate that I'm not in a good state of mind :)

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Hamstermayhem · 23/11/2023 21:11

Bless you OP-sounds like you have so much going on. I hope things are beginning to feel steadier and clearer for you. If not, have a handhold and a hug from a stranger ♥️
I think you’re very brave to have told him he’s brilliant-wish I was that brave!
Wishing you all the very best xx

FancyMango1 · 23/11/2023 22:59

Does you're brilliant mean I like you?
This thread is a roller coaster.

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Tonight1 · 24/11/2023 10:51

@FancyMango1 yes for me that is highly emotional 😆

I don't think I am a very good flirt.

Sorry didn't start this thread to confuse anyone, it has been very stressful last week so I'm calming down now.

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