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Old Dec 21, 2008, 08:40 AM
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He doesn't drive and I do. Should I travel to him?

I met a new guy, i really like him and i get the feeling he likes me too. We met up last week half way between my house and his (we live about 10 miles apart). My problem is that he doesn't drive and relies on public transport to get around. I do drive, I don't mind driving and I feel a bit obliged to go pick him up, even though he hasn't asked me to.
What does everyone think about this? I haven't suggested or mentioned it yet because Ive never dated someone whereby I have to be the one doing the collecting and dropping off! I just don't want to get into the habit and then it be expected of me but I really like the guy. Just not sure how to handle the situation. Thanks.

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Old Dec 21, 2008, 08:46 AM   #2  
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He doesn't drive because?

If you state the situation clearly,right from the get go,and he understands your boundary,it should be settled.

Communication has to be mutual.If he expects you to do it,you have to decide if he is worth the effort,time,gas...etc.,or find alternative on how to get together.
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talk to him about your feelings.

and how you dont want to make this a habit.

maybe he can take a buss down to where you live once in a while?
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How emotionally invested are you with this guy and for how long have you known him?
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Ive only known him about two weeks, not emotionally invested at all. He said he doesn't drive because he has just never got round to taking lessons and hasn't had the need to. We are both in our thirties, if that helps.
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Never got around?No responsibility there,might not be a keeper that one.
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he works though and lives by himself yes? must admit im 26 and i have just started to learn to drive.

reasons why i could not do it. because i worked on yachts for most of my life now need the car for work.
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He works a 5 minute walk from his place and yes he does have his own place. Thoughts about why he hasn't learned did cross my mind but I am tryin to to prejudge him!
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Different I am sure Truefaith.

You were out to sea...etc. this guy sounds like he is landbound and just not into the responsibilities involved in driving,,,you know,,insurance,upkeep..etc.

But who knows I could be wrong,,,I was once,the day I said "I do"

EDIT: afterthought,if he has lived that close to work for the past how many years?(however long he has been able to have a license)It doesn't require a person to OWN a car,just to get a license.(much less the ID which it provides)

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Let him catch the bus. I think there is a lot more to learn about this fellow, so do it at a distance.
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