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Asking a tradesman out after doing job

170 replies

userhelp · 24/09/2024 13:54

Had a tradesman around to do a job, got on well lots of chatting about ourselves, life's etc definitely a bit of flirting, he even made a comment about taking me out at weekend which I kind of pretend I didn't hear as was embarrassed

Would it be cringe of me to text asking for a drink? I mean I figure I haven't ever got to see again if they say no 🤷‍♀️

We're both in your early 40's and single

OP posts:
OverthinkingOlive · 27/09/2024 09:48

Placemarking!

LoyalMember · 27/09/2024 11:13

userhelp · 25/09/2024 20:31

ChinUpChestOut well I actually met him when he was going the job in leggings, sweatshirt, fluffy slippers, hair tied back and no make up so I feel like anything will be a improvement Grin

I haven't really thought about it... jeans, and shirt or something were meeting Sunday afternoon in a town in between us for a few drinks and some food so smart/casual really

Any suggestions? I'm 5'6, size 8, blonde and early 40's if that helps

5" heels, tight jeans, a crop top, and hair down.

MayaPinion · 27/09/2024 11:22

olderbutwiser · 24/09/2024 19:50

I have a friend who had some carpets fitted; the carpet fitter never went home. Hope it goes well OP.

I hope she got her underfelt 😁

Blueskies3 · 27/09/2024 11:23

Well done OP, please keep us posted on the date!

Original poster
userhelp · 27/09/2024 12:59

I will definitely update on Sunday! I'll update before I go with outfit choice (weather dependent) and let you know how it went

OP posts:
LunaNorth · 27/09/2024 13:17

MayaPinion · 27/09/2024 11:22

I hope she got her underfelt 😁

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At least she’ll have been laid properly.

63isMe · 27/09/2024 18:19

MayaPinion · 27/09/2024 11:22

I hope she got her underfelt 😁

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😂😂😂😂this the best thread!!!! Thanks OP -we’re all invested in this!!!!!

63isMe · 27/09/2024 18:19

LunaNorth · 27/09/2024 13:17

At least she’ll have been laid properly.

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😂😂😂😂😂

Clearinguptheclutter · 27/09/2024 18:25

Ooh best of luck OP!

Mmhmmn · 27/09/2024 19:53

Oh you did it and you’re going out!
So exciting! 😆 😀 getting my popcorn in 🍿 😍

merryandbrightdelight · 27/09/2024 20:06

Eeeeeeeeeekkkkkkk!!!!! Op, remember when you are sitting in that pub on Sunday, there are 30+ others sitting at home waiting to see how you got on!

Love that you're going to run your outfit by us, it's like a big, collective date Grin

CleopatrasBeautifulNose · 27/09/2024 20:09

@merryandbrightdelight 🤣🤣🤣 you make me smile you crackers thing... Very apt user name. 😁😁😁

merryandbrightdelight · 27/09/2024 20:18

@CleopatrasBeautifulNose 🤣🤣🤣why thank you! Grin

outdamnedspots · 28/09/2024 11:05

Have a great time, OP!

WorkCleanRepeat · 28/09/2024 11:13

Eek this is so exciting! Can't wait for an update 😀

notjaneausten · 28/09/2024 15:14

Hoping all goes well

63isMe · 28/09/2024 16:25

This thread is MN at its best -all of us rooting for the OP and hoping for a happy outcome !!

Ethylred · 28/09/2024 20:34

63isMe · 28/09/2024 16:25

This thread is MN at its best -all of us rooting for the OP and hoping for a happy outcome !!

Never heard it called an outcome before but now it seems entirely right.

Poppyfun1 · 28/09/2024 20:46

Can you please tell us if you did or not? 🙏🏻

Poppyfun1 · 28/09/2024 20:47

Nvm 😂 just saw u did! Good luck! Can’t wait to hear outcome

tolerable · 28/09/2024 21:06

as long as you already paid him.x

Voneska · 28/09/2024 21:20

Be careful as this is one step down from a cheeky window cleaner. He is probably well aware that you enjoyed. His company. If you phoned him to get the job done then he already has your number. If I was you I WOUKD NOT EXPRESS AN INTEREST rather message him to thank him for a good job done . These workmen are well aware of lonely customers and DELIVERATELY FLIRT WITH PLEENTY BANTER to get more jobs. Don't approach directly as it tantamount to desperation. Sorry to be blunt. Don't shoot me.

comedycentral · 28/09/2024 21:22

Good luck for the date tomorrow!

Ethylred · 28/09/2024 21:34

Voneska · 28/09/2024 21:20

Be careful as this is one step down from a cheeky window cleaner. He is probably well aware that you enjoyed. His company. If you phoned him to get the job done then he already has your number. If I was you I WOUKD NOT EXPRESS AN INTEREST rather message him to thank him for a good job done . These workmen are well aware of lonely customers and DELIVERATELY FLIRT WITH PLEENTY BANTER to get more jobs. Don't approach directly as it tantamount to desperation. Sorry to be blunt. Don't shoot me.

Consider yourself shot.

Starseeking · 28/09/2024 21:40

Awww, this is lovely. I read a similar thread a few years back where a poster had been widowed and had DC, then met a tradesman through a job at her house. They got together and had a baby, it was all very heartwarming.

Hope your story goes the same ❤️❤️❤️