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Question:
There is this guy I really like that rides my bus. Today when my friend and I were sitting on the bus he came over and asked to sit by us. My friend knows I like him so of course she said yes and she made him sit in the middle of us. But, word also got around and I think he knows I like him.
Also, to add to this mess he has a girlfriend. Anyways, he usually sits by another girl on the bus and the other girl sits on his legs. This annoys me because, obviously, I like him, and because he is going out with someone else.
Also, my older brother rides the bus so in these situations it makes it a little awkward. I don’t know what I should do. Should I let him sit with me? What should I do about the girl that sits on his legs? Should I talk to him? I am really confused. HELP!!
- Andrea
Dear Andrea,
It sounds like you’re in kind of a sticky situation with this guy. I think he’s sending signals that he’s interested – especially when he won’t let you off the bus and tries to sit next to you. But then again, he has a girlfriend. Even if he is flirting with you and you like him back, do you want to be with someone who’s flirting with other people when he’s with you? It’s a respect issue. He’s not respecting you or his girlfriend.
I think you should play it safe and get to know him a little better. These bus rides sound like a good opportunity to become better friends and to find out what he’s really like. And then maybe if he does become available, you’ll feel like the time is right to make your move. And as for your brother being on the bus? I think brothers will always be brothers – they like to tease – so definitely just ignore it!
Let me know what happens over the next few weeks – I’ll be eager to hear about your bus adventures!
xoxo
Sarah B
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