I's this a relationship or just friendship?
436996
You are in a relationship... don't overthink it, just go with it. Enjoy what you have. Everything is a relationship... you have relationships with coworkers, family, friends.  It's more than just simple dating. And it isn't just a friendship. He cares for you and your daughter, I think that trying to define it will only complicate things. Enjoy what you have.
416256
Go for it.  Life is to short to sit around womdering what might have been.  Ask him out on a date.  Maybe he doesn't see you as more than a friend because he doesn't want to lose your friendship.
704317
Don't make this more complex than it has to be. HE likes you. YOU like him. Tell him you want to move your friendship to the next level and start dating. This is a GREAT thing !!! I am happy for you two.
687650
Sounds like a great friend. Don't rush things, it's better to have a great friend than an ex-boyfriend. If he decides to change his way of thinking and date friends, I'm sure you will be the one he comes to. but for now just be happy you can spend time with him.
853255
Why not continue to stay in the "friends" mode for a while?  Let it run its natural course, your relationship, that is. ;.D  Continue to grow in your own life, and enjoy the communications between the two of you.  Don't try to force things to happen, and if it is meant to be, you will know when the time is right.  Time allows you to really get to know someone, and their quirks!
607903
i think good for you.. he obviously cares and I think  that is wonderful. keep up the friendship and when the timing is right.. you 'll know if there is more to it.
369407
The question really is "Do YOU want to go there?" Yes, relationships usually do work better if you are friends first...but the fact that you are asking makes me think that you have some doubt as to whether you like her enough to become romantically involved....
455286
of course it's ok. but make sure he knows it's just a friendly dinner. you don't want to be back here asking how to tell a guy you just want to be friends... good luck!!!
680366
Definatly give him a chance.  You've known him for two years and you know you can trust him.  All romantic relationships start off as friends adn then move to the next level with time and even if it doesn't work out you two can still be friends and know you shared two levels of friendship.  Good luck to you two!
349801
Don't expect anything concrete from this guy first.  looks like he's way too confused about what he wants to settle down.  Just agree when he says he doesn't want a relationship.  If saying "let's just be friends" riles him up, forego it.
681771
It's probably a friend thing.  But it doesnt matter as long as you're both enjoying each other's company.\nJust continue to have fun, and dont worry about having to choose.
820493
It sounds like he does like you but isn't ready to make it more evident yet.  Relationships that are built on a solid foundation of friendship last longer than those that are just built on passion.  Invite him when you are going out and let things develop as they do.
406482
well,, friendship is a friendship, keep it that way\n\nI feel that you do not want your friendship to change, so going out with him "may" change this.  Could you say, we can go out, but as FRIENDS, I do not want anything more/less.  I'd hate to not have you as my friend anymore...
210517
definately the second one you explained (if the descriptions are accurate)...friends are there through thick and thin...it's when you're with someone who wants to actually cares enough about making you a better you that future is built on...go with that one!!
497465
That depends on u.It does seem a bit early to date maybe right now u should stick to being friends. Friendship can blossom into love given time. U need to go through the greiving process first before getting involved w someone. You don't want to ruin a friendship that you may need right now for security & understanding.You both lost someone special n both your lives.Give it time &I'm sorry for your loss..
828143
`Is the guy single?  Is he dating your friend?  If he is, would you want your best friend to stab you in the back?  If he is single then perhaps it may he may be fair game?  In any case, I would choose friendship over love.  Plenty of people out there in this world to date.
1119462
I think you should just be a friend for now and be there for him and it maybe hard because you like him.but as friends you guys will get to know each other and just maybe you will become more then friends..maybe not what you want to hear.