Interracial Dating...Opinions? Advice?

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  • Miscue
    Super Moderator

    • Oct 2000
    • 7105

    #16
    Re: Interracial Dating...Opinions? Advice?

    Originally posted by Butterfingers

    The thing is that I really like this girl and I don't want to mess things up. I would also like to create oppurtunities where we can spend more time together.

    Do you think she is attracted to me?

    So do you think race will be an issue?

    Hook a brother up with some advice! I need ideas that will really sweep her off her feet.
    <B>*Miscue the love master adds his 2 cents:*</B>

    Attracted is a hard word. Has an interest in you, obviously. To what extent is the unknown part. Don't worry about it for now, it's unimportant really - be patient, these things develop in time (weeks/months) and you don't have to ask her about these things, she will let you know if she wants to. Her finding ways to spend time with you is a good indication. :)

    Actually, do yourself a favor and never ask her if she is attracted to you, likes you, or loves you. BAD juju. Here's the thing, she may have some feelings for you, but it hasn't developed into something deep yet. A lot of girls are skeptical, with good reason. And those who are naive learn to be skeptical after getting burned once. Even if you pour your heart out to them they won't necessarily take it in. It is safe for them to do so, and really a smart way to go about things. Putting them on the spot is a good way to get them to start putting up a brick wall and avoid you. I'm not saying that you shouldn't tell them that you care... or even lightly say that you love them - but you have to be really careful when you do this. Don't go about like this, "OH, I LOVE you SOOO Much! I cherish you! I'd do ANYTHING for you!" Ya know... that kinda thing (and these examples are exaggerated really). There's a time and a place.

    Spend time with her, talk to her... as much as you can. But avoid being too attached, clingy, or prying. Don't read into anything or build false hopes. The intentions behind what she says or does may be completely different from what you think them to be.

    Also be aware that the more you get to know her, you may find that she isn't for you. You'd be surprised how much your perception of them can change once you get to really know the person. The person you know her to be at this moment may not be her at all... which could be good or bad. Or you may find that you're not a good match... hope for the best but keep these things in mind.

    Race an issue? Only if you make it to be.

    Sweep her off her feet? I personally don't try to make a big effort to 'impress' any girl... but by doing simple things you can impress her... and those things should come naturally and not be contrived. Be thoughtful. Ask her how she's feeling, what's going on in her life. Be interested in those things. Tell her about what's going on with you, but be careful to stay within her attention span/interest by paying attention to her body language and other signals.

    Honesty is very impressing. Don't be afraid to be honest and open. When the time comes and if she is receptive to such things, tell her about you and your life that make you vulnerable. Be vulnerable with her, and this allows her to be vulnerable with you if she chooses. Develop trust.

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    • Croix71
      Registered User
      • Mar 2002
      • 717

      #17
      Go out, have fun, and don't have high expectations.
      Just Becareful not to hope for something that isn't really there. I don't want to burst your bubble but just be yourself and be aware of telltale signs that if she is or isn't interested in you.






      lead, follow, or


      get the Hell out of MY way!

      - quote stolen from sleepingbeauty

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      • ShooterJM
        Shooter Wang - Ice Ninja
        • Feb 2002
        • 3651

        #18
        Congrats man. Nah, biggest source of a problem might be your grandparents/parents, but even that's relatively unlikely. I was kinda in the opposite situtation. I'm the prototypical blue eyed blond and started dating this amazing indonesian flower. Cripes, she was just intoxicating. Anyway, no problems whatsoever. All was cool, took a little bit for her grandpa to get used to it, but he came around.
        It's HERE! Play at Shooter's Casino!!!!!! It'll be fun........

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        • Rocp15126
          Registered User
          • Mar 2002
          • 208

          #19
          Well, I'm of Asian Descent and I've dated many different types of girls. (and in Oct I'll be marrying a self described WASP!) You'll be fine as long as you don't make it an issue yourself. As to parents and grandparents, your dating the girl not her parents or grandparents so just don't worry about them.


          Rocp15126

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          • Butterfingers
            PhD in Automagology
            • Jan 2001
            • 2263

            #20
            Thanks you all. You guys are very helpful. Im more nervous than anything.

            Miscue that was some really intresting advice. I never looked at it in that way. That was really deep. :)
            Did you hear about the new european weapons contracts? France is going to make the wooden sticks Spain making the little white flags

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            • MantisMag
              Dim Sum
              • Dec 2001
              • 1895

              #21
              Re: Re: Interracial Dating...Opinions? Advice?

              Originally posted by Miscue
              Sweep her off her feet? I personally don't try to make a big effort to 'impress' any girl... but by doing simple things you can impress her... and those things should come naturally and not be contrived.
              have to totally agree on this one. i'm currently looking into a relationship with one of my friends. she seems interested but she already has a boyfriend so i'm just making myself available and trying to see what's what. the thing that i did that seems to have impressed her the most was walking with her to her car in the rain. i was carrying a rather large umbrella and i covered her with it. as we passed my car she turned to say goodbye. i told her i would walk with her to her car. she said it wasn't necessary. i looked over at her car which was only four spaces away and told her she was being silly. of course i was gonna walk her to her car. she told me that it was a long time since someone had done something that nice for her. such a simple thing but obviously it meant a lot to her. now if you'll excuse me i promised i'd call her so i'm gonna go do that now.

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              • Miscue
                Super Moderator

                • Oct 2000
                • 7105

                #22
                Originally posted by Butterfingers
                Thanks you all. You guys are very helpful. Im more nervous than anything.

                Miscue that was some really intresting advice. I never looked at it in that way. That was really deep. :)
                Hehe, don't worry about the nervous thing... nothing abnormal about it at all. That goes away after time. As long as you aren't jittering in your chair or hyper-ventilating or something, I think a lot of girls find that sweet. I think it shows that your attraction is honest... and you're not this hornball that only wants one thing like other guys.

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                • Kaiser Bob
                  Paintball Degenerate
                  • Jan 2002
                  • 1157

                  #23
                  Yeah, Yeah... most girls are evil, plain and simple. Definitely dont fawn over them too much, or chances are they will see you as weak and walk all over you.
                  Quote of the year: "Reading blwos"

                  As little as 10 cents a day and you can buy my family out of slavery... Hurry before its too late!

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                  • graycie
                    disgruntled
                    • Oct 2001
                    • 664

                    #24
                    /me thinks kaiser bob is still single

                    but really its not a big issue unless you make it one. there are the usual bf/gf stuff you can do ie. movies, dinner, paintball, etc. it may get a bit uncomfortable when relatives are involved though.

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                    • cphilip
                      Former Moderator

                      • Jun 2026
                      • 16216

                      #25
                      Everybody is the same color on the inside...:)


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                      • ShooterJM
                        Shooter Wang - Ice Ninja
                        • Feb 2002
                        • 3651

                        #26
                        Originally posted by cphilip
                        Everybody is the same color on the inside...:)
                        Red and gooey?
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                        • AngelBoy
                          _-=Angel Boy=-_
                          • Oct 2001
                          • 863

                          #27
                          Take her out for a hike. That will let you spend some time alone with her and you can find out more about her. Then after you find out what she likes, start taking her to those things. Our teacher tried to lecture us on interracial relationships one day, I don't like that teacher much anymore. I wouldn't worry about the racial thing at all, just take her out and always speak your mind.

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                          • Kaiser Bob
                            Paintball Degenerate
                            • Jan 2002
                            • 1157

                            #28
                            I havent been single for a long time, just things ive observed in other situations, not to mention a few of my own in the past. :-P
                            Quote of the year: "Reading blwos"

                            As little as 10 cents a day and you can buy my family out of slavery... Hurry before its too late!

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                            • Quiet
                              I should shut up now
                              • Feb 2002
                              • 781

                              #29
                              My advice - Learn to ignore stupid people

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                              • oldsoldier
                                just choke yourself out!!!
                                • Feb 2002
                                • 2459

                                #30
                                Just act yourself. There is no greater letdown than to find out the person you are interested in isnt "real". Racism has nothing really to do with it. If you two get together and are happy, fine. Let other people deal with the race issues.
                                One thing I find women like is, believe it or not, manners and politeness. I would never dream of not opening a door for a woman. Manners and politeness count for a lot; usually it is the little things that impress. So, be polite, open doors, let her choose radio stations in the car, etc. Be interested in her; listen to what she has to say. As miscue said, watch body language. You can tell alot from how someone acts and moves while talking to you. Watch if she angles toward you, stuff like that (holy cow, college actually worked!) But, most of all, have fun. If you two enjoy spending time together, great. If it does develop romantically, oh well. You still get a great friend out of the deal. And you cant beat that.
                                X-mag #10. Nuff said.

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