Does he think i'm cute? or is he just being nice?

To keep it short, I'm an artist (F 21) and have a crush on this older man (around 40+)that works at a gas station. I went there around a month ago, to ask if I could paint him and I took a picture of him and came back the next day, with a huge acrylic portrait painting of him. He was really surprised by my skill and it ended up being a good experience for me, especially because he's my crush and he got so happy.

I went there again today to get gas and saw him there again. His eyes lit up when I came in, and he seemed a lot more enthusiastic with me and was looking at me a lot. He instantly recognised me and tried remembering and asked for my name. (with a bit of small talk) I was surprised he noticed me at all, he held his hands in a pray-like position as I walked out and said, "You have a wonderful day ____! Take care hun!"

As I filled my car up I saw him run over to me, he handed me a receipt for a car wash that was already paid for. He told me how to use it and as he walked away I said, "Wait! Why'd you give this to me?" and he said, "Because I like you sweetie!" and I giggled and said, "Aw I like you too!" And he smiled and walked away. He also later came up to my car and helped me put In the code without me asking for help.

I wouldn't be surprised if he was just being kind towards me because he's older and is just being thoughtful. Or maybe he gave it to me because I took the time to paint him and that's his way of doing something nice in return. But, (and I realise it sounds stupid) I'm a decent looking girl and typically if guys ever talk to me it's because they think I'm cute. What does this sound like to you?

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Comments ( 17 )
  • Cuntsiclestick

    Why not just ask him?

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    • I just don't know if he's married or something I don't want to make him uncomfortable

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      • Cuntsiclestick

        Sometimes you gotta make the situation uncomfortable in order to find out. If he's taken, it'll be awkward. If he's single and likes you, it'll be great. You won't know unless you take the risk and find out.

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  • COVID-19

    He's twice your age. Even if he does like you that's a big no-no.

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  • Tommythecaty

    You no that cute lol

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  • Seems that he likes you.

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  • SmokeEverything

    Not many 40ish year olds will turn down a cute 21 year old. Go for it.

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  • RoseIsabella

    He's old enough for be your dad, and he's working atba gas station, think about it.

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    • myfreakinopinion

      He could own it, jackpot.

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      • RoseIsabella

        ... but he probably doesn't.

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  • MrToxic

    It sounds like the age factor doesn't bother you as much as it does others. I recommend looking into whether he's married though, checking social media or asking someone that works with him? Personally I believe it'd be best to simply ask but there's always a chance he'll lie. Love is always a risk, life's too short to leave yourself wondering. You'd benefit from having an answer don't ya think?

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  • olderdude-xx

    I believe that he thinks that you "may" be interested in him; and it's likely by his actions that either he has no one else, or possibly he likes to assist younger people getting ahead.

    So he let you know that he is at least interested in something...

    I'm not going to tell you to proceed, I'm not going to tell you not too.

    I'd suggest if you are intrigued... to offer to have some purely casual get together where you supply your own transportation there and back. Coffee and talk. Go to a park or the zoo, etc. Bring a friend for the first one or two (and let him know up front that you are bringing a friend). During this you can ask him what his interest actually is (and is he thinking just friendship, mentor-ship, or more, etc; or even a combination... if things work out).

    Take your time... This "may" turn out to be a very positive relationship for you.

    I wish you the best with this,

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  • Mammal-lover

    If you are interested in pursuing something just be like hey there's something thats been on my mind, wich hell probably be like oh whats that. So you can say I wanted to give you this and slide hand him your number.

    Make the first move. If he makes it first hes probably thinking he'd come 9ff as creepy.

    Thats assuming he has intentions past friendship. So give him your number and you'll find out!

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    • that's true, but he's 40+ and I don't know him well. So I don't think it's a good idea to surrender myself to him. I'm almost completely defenceless and that's how a lot of women die or get raped.

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      • Mammal-lover

        If that's on your mind then don't do it. I for one believe in taking a shot for happiness. Besides 20 years isn't much. Older guys are hot at sny rate. You do you.

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  • have_a_good_day

    You sound like a hoe who knows how to project kindness and that makes da niggas want to bask in that light you manufacture.
    It feels good if a hoe is nice to a dawg in manners as such.

    I painted this queen da other day. I got her on my Facebook and wanted to talk to her but didn't think she'd want to talk.. So I asked if it would be a'ight with her if I tried to paint her.
    Now she's so nice to me after I impressed her with my ill skillz.

    You keep doing you, bae.

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    • what? ok lol

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