CityOfAngels

Thanks everybody! This is why I love the TFP; it expands my understanding. You all have really helped.

So yeah, I've decided not to act upon my attraction unless:
a) She shows blatant interest in me,
b) She and I get closer than we are now; right now we're chummy, but not "Let's hang out" buddies.
c) She gets older.

Reason for a is because, despite what you all say, I don't want to be looked upon as some older guy preying on a young girl. If she wants to show interest in me, fine, I can dig that. If not, there are many other, legal, women out there who I can go howlin' after. Reason for b is obvious; I don't want to take advantage of her in any way. I know that by my initiating conversation pertaining to this matter, my mere age can have an affect on her, which wouldn't have the same affect if we were the same age. In other words, if anything between her and I happen, I don't want to be the "leader" so to speak. I feel that mutual friends who know each other well can act mutually a lot better than an older guy and a girl who's excited to be with an older guy. I know her, but I don't know her THAT well yet. Reason for c? As soon as she turns 18, if I'm still single, and if I still show interest in her, I'm spilling the beans.

I'm a patient guy. I don't need her or any other woman. Plus, as I said, there are many more women out there to choose from.

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