I'm 21. I was waiting for a bus when he appeared. It only took a second to fall in love. He is tall, dark, shy and quiet. I am shy and quiet, too and I don't know how to meet him.

We are students and, we live on the campus. He seems that he has no interests in the outside world, like he has a world of his one. He never notices anybody, he's always looking down or, straight ahead, never around, and he also seems sensitive and, vulnerable.

My problem is, also, that ever since I found out that Neil Tenant from the Pet Shop Boys is gay, I'm afraid that this guy might be,too. I honestly feel that I could really love him, and I never thought that would happen. When I only think that my life could be without ever knowing him, my heart literally hurts. I can't control it. I don't know what to do, and I can't even define my question precisely.

Control yourself enough to say hi! Be aware though, that instant attraction, is hardly love, no matter how strong the feelings.

Talk and replace fear with fact.

I know being shy is tough, I am very shy and the thought of introducing yourself to anyone can be so intimidating. But in this case, he's not going to make the first move. Just try starting a random conversation about something at the bus stop, something to break the ice so to speak.