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There is this beautiful woman at my local Walmart who recognises me; she always smiles and waves at me. She usually works at the service desk and, from across the room, said, “How are you doing?” Now I’m aware retail workers are nice to customers because they have to be, but I still decided to shoot my shot. While no one was at the service area, she said, “Do you need help with something?” I was nervous and asked her name. She told me. I asked her how her Christmas was, and she said, “Good.” It was clear she didn’t want to have a conversation, so I just said, “I just wanted to say hi,” and left.

I’m aware of body language, and I take rejection well, so I just left.

But yeah, I’ve never asked out or dated a retail worker. I’m aware that just because someone is friendly with you doesn’t mean they like you, but I still wanted to shoot my shot.

Note to self: never ask out or date a retail worker.

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[–] CameronDev@programming.dev 10 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Stop spamming this. The first time was fine, now stop.

[–] Twinklebreeze@lemmy.world 5 points 1 week ago

At least it isn't age gaps.

[–] originalucifer@moist.catsweat.com 9 points 1 week ago (1 children)

you dont have the maturity to ask retail workers out, but that doesnt mean others also lack that experience.

this is a great first step, but its clear you dont understand body language. keep trying!

be nice and remember 'rejection' is incredibly normal, its a big freakin world.