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Not sure he fancies me

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Maryplane · 27/06/2024 10:03

If a man you’d been on a couple of dates with hadn’t complimented you or flirted with you at all, would you think that means he didn’t find you attractive?

I’m in this situation. First date was last week and second was yesterday. Got on really well with him both times, he is very easy to talk to.

He kissed me at the end of the first date and that went on for a good few minutes, it was “get a room” intensity.

And then on our second date yesterday he kissed me straight away and there was a lot of making out during the date itself. No groping, it didn’t go beyond first base but was still very passionate and intense.

In between the two dates we messaged a little bit but not much. He has always been warm and chatty but never flirtatious, has never complimented me and hasn’t responded to any overtures of that kind from me.

After we had been kissing for a long time yesterday I said to him that I’d been unsure as to whether he was attracted to me or not, because there was no flirtation in his messages even when I’d attempted to initiate some. And he said something along the lines of him not being someone who ever really flirts.

The way we left things was that he probably isn’t around next week in the evenings as he has his kids with him but he may be free at some point during the day. Both of our dates so far have been daytime meetings so that’s not an issue.

But again, I’m not sure if he’s interested. I did message him a couple of hours after our date yesterday to say I know he doesn’t do flirting but that I wanted to tell him how much I enjoyed kissing him and was looking forward to exploring more when we get the chance. He answered and said “the kissing is pretty great 😁” and then said something about the unfortunate number of passers by that we had to interrupt things for.

We haven’t messaged since but he spoke yesterday as if we are definitely seeing each other again and it’s just a question of scheduling.

He is new to online dating and I was the first person he’d ever met that way. I haven’t asked if he’s also meeting other women but am assuming that he is. I am also going on dates with other men but am really attracted to this guy.

On our first date we met halfway between his town and mine. And yesterday he drove down to my town to meet me, which was his own suggestion.

So he’s shown up for both dates, hasn’t messed me around in any way, has come down to my town to see me, has always responded to messages promptly and has physically shown me that he feels strong chemistry towards me.

But he’s not saying that he’s into me. My comment to him yesterday about looking forward to exploring more was an invitation for him to say he was looking forward to that too, looking forward to seeing me again, that kind of thing. And he didn’t 😐

I’m not sure what to think.

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Rania78 · 27/06/2024 15:59

Nonewclothes2024 · 27/06/2024 15:50

What does that mean ?

Engineers usually think very logically and often don’t express emotion in the very initial stages of the relationship. They are more likely to show their interest through actions rather than expressing interest. The guy the OP dates has shown his interest by kissing her and wanting to date her again. It’s early stages and for some people it may take more time to make compliments or express feelings.

I am dating a guy (an engineer) for 4 months now. He also doesn’t make compliments (however tbh I am quite secure as a person. Would love If he did but not a deal breaker for me) but has shown interest througj buying me a nice mug with sth nice written on, he is very affectionate, he kisses me, took me somewhere nice for my birthday.

I guess what I want to say is that some people don’t like or are not good at expressing themselves but show interest through actions. Of course If this is not ok for the OP then they are just not compatible.

Sunshinethrumywindow · 27/06/2024 16:00

Rania78 · 27/06/2024 15:59

Engineers usually think very logically and often don’t express emotion in the very initial stages of the relationship. They are more likely to show their interest through actions rather than expressing interest. The guy the OP dates has shown his interest by kissing her and wanting to date her again. It’s early stages and for some people it may take more time to make compliments or express feelings.

I am dating a guy (an engineer) for 4 months now. He also doesn’t make compliments (however tbh I am quite secure as a person. Would love If he did but not a deal breaker for me) but has shown interest througj buying me a nice mug with sth nice written on, he is very affectionate, he kisses me, took me somewhere nice for my birthday.

I guess what I want to say is that some people don’t like or are not good at expressing themselves but show interest through actions. Of course If this is not ok for the OP then they are just not compatible.

You think all engineers are like this? I find that interesting 🤔

Rania78 · 27/06/2024 16:00

Sunshinethrumywindow · 27/06/2024 15:59

I'm wondering if she's dating a similar guy and just checking, I wondered same 😂

Haha - spot on.

Somewhat checking, somewhat wanted ti tell the OP that he may be one of those who express interest through actions.

Sunshinethrumywindow · 27/06/2024 16:02

Rania78 · 27/06/2024 16:00

Haha - spot on.

Somewhat checking, somewhat wanted ti tell the OP that he may be one of those who express interest through actions.

😂

DoingJustFine · 27/06/2024 16:07

He's never free for a date in the evening?

GigiAnnna · 27/06/2024 16:10

It does sound like he fancies you at least a bit or he wouldn't be kissing you like that. Maybe he is shy about saying suggestive things and might think it's too much. Maybe he's seeing other people and isn't ready to be all in with you and so doesn't want to lead you on. I think you need to just ask him if he fancies you, or wait and see where it leads, if he wants instigates another date etc.
I'm probably old fashioned but I think when you really like someone, you don't set up dates with new people without a conversation with each other about where things are going, especially it you're at the point of things being physical.

Maryplane · 27/06/2024 16:16

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Rania78 · 27/06/2024 16:18

Sunshinethrumywindow · 27/06/2024 16:00

You think all engineers are like this? I find that interesting 🤔

Well not all if then.

BUT: 4 of my friends are married/dating engineers. They are ALL like this. Their brains are wired to think very logically and someone could say they are very often on the spectrum. But very intelligent and interesting to be with I must say.

And…very good sex technique somehow. They may have also “studied” and analysed this logically.

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Sunshinethrumywindow · 27/06/2024 16:20

Rania78 · 27/06/2024 16:18

Well not all if then.

BUT: 4 of my friends are married/dating engineers. They are ALL like this. Their brains are wired to think very logically and someone could say they are very often on the spectrum. But very intelligent and interesting to be with I must say.

And…very good sex technique somehow. They may have also “studied” and analysed this logically.

Sounds good combo quiet but good In bed 👌

Secondstart1001 · 27/06/2024 16:23

Sunshinethrumywindow · 27/06/2024 16:20

Sounds good combo quiet but good In bed 👌

This does actually sound perfect 😅😅😅

Sunshinethrumywindow · 27/06/2024 16:23

Secondstart1001 · 27/06/2024 16:23

This does actually sound perfect 😅😅😅

😂🤣

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😂👌

MillshakePickle · 27/06/2024 16:27

Rania78 · 27/06/2024 10:18

Is he an engineer?

Weirdly, I was wondering the same

Secondstart1001 · 27/06/2024 16:29

@Rania78 did your friends set you up with one of their DH’s engineer mates?? This is quite an enlightening post though the ops date is from
IT 😅

Pancakefam · 27/06/2024 16:29

That cringey kissing text made it sound like you're just into him for sex.

Beautifulbythebay · 27/06/2024 16:34

If that message was sent to you not from you how would you feel op?

Rania78 · 27/06/2024 16:41

Secondstart1001 · 27/06/2024 16:29

@Rania78 did your friends set you up with one of their DH’s engineer mates?? This is quite an enlightening post though the ops date is from
IT 😅

Nope - met him on Tinder 😄. Our boyfriends/husbands are not related at all.

The OP said he is in IT indeed. @Maryplane is he a software engineer/developer by any chance?

Ineedaholidayyyy · 27/06/2024 16:42

Some people just aren't great with words and giving compliments, but they show love in other ways. Not saying you are at this stage, but for some, actions speak louder than words.

To me, his actions are showing that he fancies you, plus you did go on a rant in your own words about how you hate the " morning beautiful " type texts.

Amazingday · 27/06/2024 16:48

I am not flirty and find it hard to open up. Even with my DP of 2 years. He was very complimentary when we first met, but could see I was uncomfortable. He felt confused like you. But knew I was interested as I showed up and I show my love by touch and acts of kindness. He just accepted my style.

now I get no compliments but we show it other ways.

DaughterNo2 · 27/06/2024 16:54

Does he have his kids 50/50?

MaxTalk · 27/06/2024 17:12

Maryplane · 27/06/2024 10:23

No but he works in IT. He is very smiley and easy to talk too though, I don’t think he’s on the spectrum 🤔

Of course he's an IT guy. Love it. ;)

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User364837 · 27/06/2024 17:19

I think it’s very possible he does fancy you loads and he’s just like that. Or it will be a quick fling, only time will tell!
not everyone expresses it and it forthcoming with the gushy texts. I found this difficult with current bf having coming from something quite emotionally intense (possibly a bit love bomby!) but where I did really enjoy the mutual gushy texts and feeling totally secure in that person fancying me and feeling really wanted,

new bf is much more reserved but it’s a much deeper relationship and healthier.

so the question is if he does still seem interested in his actions but doesn’t express that in words - can you deal with that, does that suit you? Or would you rather be with someone more forthcoming with their affectionate words.

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