Have You Ever Fallen For A Friend?

@gtargirl (5376)
United States
July 7, 2008 11:13pm CST
Okay, so I'm totally making myself vulnerable here by telling you that I think I might be slightly in love, or deep like, for a friend of mine. I have no idea if he feels the same way but he sure hugs nice. And he's very interested in the welfare of my son which, of course, makes me love him even more. So has anyone ever fallen for a friend and what on Earth should I do about it?
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@carolbee (16230)
• United States
8 Jul 08
It depends on your situation. If either of you are married you know where it can lead. I see nothing wrong with remaining friends with him even if you care for him more than a friend. I have a male friend who is such a nice man. He is also a co-worker. We can only be friends since both of us are married, well this is my opinion. Forgot to mention he is gorgeous....lol Several years ago, long before I was married, I had the hots for a married man. It never went anywhere because I wouldn't let it. I was engaged and he had a family. I did enjoy looking at him and sine we worked together, I could see him on a regular basis. Neither of the above mentioned friendships ever went anywhere because my morals wouldn't allow it. So, there is a way to be friends and remain friends even if you have a definite interest.
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@carolbee (16230)
• United States
9 Jul 08
If you are both single, I say go for it. Just be careful. Wouldn't want you to get hurt.
@gtargirl (5376)
• United States
8 Jul 08
We are both single, Carolbee. It would go against everything I believe in if either one of us were married. And you are so right that even if he doesn't have the same feelings I would always want to be his friend.
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@Lakota12 (42600)
• United States
8 Jul 08
First ya have to find out how he feels about you is the hugs just friendly or meaningful for him also.
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@Lakota12 (42600)
• United States
9 Jul 08
comfortable sounds good good luck with this.
@gtargirl (5376)
• United States
8 Jul 08
I've been told this by another friend of mine. But I am a tad bit afraid to find out how he feels. Being friends is very comfortable right now. Pretty soon though I will have to know or leave it alone.
• India
8 Jul 08
everybody have many friends in there life but only some friends can be titled as true friend !! a friend can be said as a true friend if he/she help you protect you and understand you in all the situations. one can fall in with such kind of friend.
@gtargirl (5376)
• United States
8 Jul 08
You are so right Sandysweat. And I am blessed to have friends that I can consider true friends.
@lrglara (1334)
• Philippines
8 Jul 08
yup i did... when i was in highschool.. i might say its more of an infatuation rather than falling in love.. but the fact that it took me 4 years to realize he's never going to see me the same way i did, i had to stop.. plus im already with my fiance during those times... there was an instance i told my bf about how i feel towards this friend of mine.. i told him that if he ever courts me, i will break up with him. we've been together for few years then. i told obviously not anymore. i found you. i love you! my fondness towards him is not enough for me to break up with you and be with him... duh!
@gtargirl (5376)
• United States
8 Jul 08
Aw, it's wonderful to find true love, my friend.
@zeroflashx2 (2491)
• Philippines
8 Jul 08
I admit. I did, twice. Once in college and once during my first job. Well, falling for a friend is not uncommon and very natural. Most of the time though, it could very well be just infatuation instead of love right away. I'm my situation, those two friends I started to feel something for, were with me for quite a long time. The one in college, I had been together with her for more than 2 years. At the end, I just realized that I was infatuated since I got attached so easily due to us being together most of the time. Same goes with my friend at my first job. Nevertheless, the situations will definitely vary for each of us. Try to analyze the situation you're in? How and why did it start? What particular instance did the feeling got intense the first time? Again, it's definitely ok. Just analyze the situation carefully and decide on what is best for both of you.
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@gtargirl (5376)
• United States
8 Jul 08
That's great advice Z. I'm thinking that I started having feelings when he took such an interest in helping my son. But then, of course, I started noticing all his other wonderful characteristics. I will anaylyze the situation and then decide. Thanks again, my friend.
• Philippines
8 Jul 08
You're welcome. I'm just glad I could share my views. That's a good start, you know when it began. It will slowly come into pieces and the answer will show itself to you. Wish you all the best. PS: Kinda like it. "Z" Thanks! - "Z"
9 Jul 08
Hi this happened to me. It was eating me up inside for a long time, eventually I told her how I felt and now we are happily marries and have been for 5 years. It may sound difficult but I think you need to tell him how you feel. otherwise you may live to regret the decision not to tell him.
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@gtargirl (5376)
• United States
9 Jul 08
Wow, what a nice fairy tale ending for you. That's wonderful. A few people have told me to tell him how I feel but do you think maybe it's different for a guy to tell a girl (as in your case) then a girl talking to the guy about it? I don't know, it's just something that seems so scary. But you're right I don't want to have any regrets.
@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
8 Jul 08
Hi gtargirl, I remember in my High School years, I do like one of my closest friends. But, I was not sure if he likes me too...LOL! Maybe not really. We were so close and I always write anything for him, our projects,theme writing and all...But, I know some of our classmates knew that i like him..LOL! For you, you just don't know he likes and loves you too, be inspired everyday but also do not expect a lot! Just enjoy! It will be a great surprise for you if one day he will court you finally..LOL!
@fredgame (1260)
• China
9 Jul 08
i think you should study him if he's not seriously attached, then you can go ahead and if he's also fallen for you then that's a very good match. good luck.
@Bluepatch (2476)
• Trinidad And Tobago
8 Jul 08
Girl calling - Girl avatar from the 18th century
I did and I was in love with her for about seven years. She worked with me and one day I realised that I did love her. She said she liked me as a friend and that was about it. We had lunch together about four times and she passed away a couple years ago leaving me wondering about this thing we call love. Its so powerfull and even if unrequited can motivate us for years. She was beautifull, a liver, a sexy and attractive but honest and sincere person and I have no regrets. I would do it again.
@metschica25 (5399)
• United States
8 Jul 08
That was the story of my life back in high school and I always got my heart broken I think it can work because as adult you are more mature and not so scared to act on the feeling . I know many people who end up dating their friend and are very happy ! I say go for it ! Love is always worth the risk
• United States
8 Jul 08
I have fallen for a friend...and ended up marrying him. He was the person I talk to when I had problems and hung out with. I think that friends make the best lovers and make the relationship last longer. I think that if he's not with anyone then you should tell him how you feel. Or at least ask him out on a date. This is a good thing just make sure that you keep the friendship even if the relationship doesn't go well. Good luck and best wishes!
@dinohe (92)
8 Jul 08
Oh,yes,I had faced the same problem as you,I have ever fallen for a friend,but it seems like that she just take me as a good friend.It makes me so sad...
• Philippines
9 Jul 08
I was way back highschool life. But the feeling is not mutual. But its okay, having him as a friend is more than enough to accomodate my feeling..Our friendship matters most...
8 Jul 08
Yup. My best friend.