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Listen up, girlies. We know how thrilling it is when your phone buzzes and it’s a new text from your fave guy. While texting lets you keep the convo going, some of those emoticons and LOLs could be taken in a number of ways. We’re breaking down just what he’s sayin’ so you can clear up any confusion. Good luck!


What He Texts: ;)

What He Means: Whenever guys text a winky face, you can believe he’s smiling flirtatiously at his phone. He’s flirting with you – so flirt right back, babe!


What He Texts: What’s the deal with you and Steve?

What He Means: When your crush texts you about another guy, he’s jealous – he thinks you like him! Be direct and to the point – text back, “He sits next to me in science! We’re just friends Smile.” But if your best guy friend wants to know what’s up, there’s a chance he knows something about this dude you don’t. Try and get him to spill the beans, but if he doesn’t have any gossip, your best guy friend could be crushing on you.


What He Texts: What’s the English homework?

What He Means: If a cutie texts you about something about a class you’re in together, he thinks you’re smart – and that’s awesome! Since he’s going out of his way to make a conversation with you, he’s trying to figure out if you’re friends or something more. Text him a question right back to keep the conversation going if you like him. Try something along the lines of, “Read pages 3-15… Do you want to meet at Starbucks and study together? Your frappuccino is on me!”


What He Texts: “See ya later, old sport!”

What He Means: If you love The Great Gatsby and he’s throwing around F. Scott Fitzgerald references, this dude is trying to make you realize you’re on the same wavelength. Whether he’s quoting your favorite movie or asking you about your hometown sports team, this guy is putting in an effort – so text back, because he wants you to feel like the expert.


What He Texts: “Hey cutie Smile”

What He Means: When a guy starts calling you a pet name, he’s hoping to establish a cute language that only the two of you know. Give him a nickname and play right along with him!


What He Texts: Are you going to Danielle’s house?

What He Means: If he starts texting you about plans he has later, he’s definitely hoping you’re going to be there. If you weren’t planning on going, text back, “Nah – but want to hang out later this weekend?”


What He Texts: So is Alice single?

What He Means: When a dude starts asking you questions about your BFF, he’s probably into her. Play his wingwoman and let Alice know he likes her – pronto! But if Alice is a random girl in class that you don’t really know, this guy may be trying to make you jealous – don’t let him get to you, and move on to the next cutie.
 


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BY DEVIN ALESSIO ON 9/30/2011 7:00:00 AM

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So I started texting my crush the other day (I Finally asked him for his number). I have liked him for almost 6 years. When we started texting it was a short convo like  me: "hey what's up"  b: "nm eating beans and cheese u?" me: eating pot roast" b: " yumm stuff" me: "yup" Well we only said that then we didn't text, I text him yesterday to ask what the spanish hw was(even though i already knew) he told me what it was then I sent back "thanks" he never replied I was a Little heartbroken.  Is there anyway I can get us into a longer convo? I really like him, whenever he text me my heart skips  a beat. He is really nice and charming, smart, cute, athletic...I could go on forever.  I just don't know how to act around him? Please help! Btw we Are in 8th grade. 
Thanks mod! 
Luv, Peyton

 

Hey chica! If you want to engage in more conversation you have to quit the small talk! Try not to ask him questions that only require a "yes" or a "no" or short answers like that. Ask more open-ended questions. For example, you could start off by saying the usual "what's up, how are you?" then maybe ask him about his plans for the weekend. He should more than likely tell u in a few sentences then hopefully he'll ask you about your plans. That way the convo will be a bit longer. You'll start to get more comfortable with each other after a while. Just let it flow, more conversation topics will come up as the days go by. 


 
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by Girlzrock123 on 11/7/2011 2:35:04 AM

 
 



Mod** So... there's a guy. I like this guy. But, more than a friend. I think he knows that I like him, but he's not the kind of guy to show his emotions... He's very confidential. So, the problem? I don't know what to say to him. He doesn't have the cleanest mind, so I tease him about that. And there is other stuff we talk about like how i work where his dad manages and stuff, but other than that, I am very dead locked. Any ideas?




Hey girlie,

Those are great starts!! Instead of trying to plan great topics to talk about, try letting each convo progress on its own. Keep an ear open for questions you can ask about his hobbies/fam/friends/ideas/life, opinions you can give on the topic, etc. while you're already talking. Just stay calm and be attentive - that's MUCH easier and MUCH more natural than trying to write a script! Smile 
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by kt_catlover on 11/5/2011 9:08:12 PM

 
 

I know this totally amazing guy that is a sophomore and i am an eight grader. We text all the time, but hes like my brother. But lately, I have been noticing that when i text him, my stomach gets all tingly. Do i like him? But that would be weird because he is one year younger than my brother?

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by Jsizzle12 on 11/5/2011 6:30:03 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD!! I'm so confused! There's this guy I like and my friend and his friend thinks he likes me. There was a Halloween party and they said he looked at me alot and he even talked to me. Last year he told my friend he thinks I'm cute. But now I'm afraid he likes this girl whos in my 2nd and 5th period which he's in too. She talks to him in those classes and so does he an it seems more than just talking. My friend who has both of them in 1st period said they never talk or even look at eachother in there. Then why does he talk to her in the classes w me?? Does he like her? Does he still like me? Does he like both of us?? Pleeeaasse helllppp!!!!!

 

Hey girlfriend, I think he still likes you. You just need to make it clear that you like him too. Maybe the teachers are less strict in your class, and allow people to talk. No worries girl. You just gotta get your man lol. Hope this helps!! Smile Smile

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by FigureSkater08 on 11/5/2011 6:25:53 PM

 
 



MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD
Ok well there is this really cute boy i like alot the i can barly breathe when i am around him and if he looks at me my heart jumps. Anyways I went to a dance and he was there and I brought my sister. Well this guy that likes me asked me to dance so I said sure. While we were dancing he told my crush to dance with my sister the whole time so he could dance with me. I was super upset. So I only got to dance with my crush once. Then i find out the whole world told him i like him but he likes my sister. That made me depressed. Well we took his number from my friend and I texted him. We flirted alot. We texted for 6 hours straight then he stoped texting me. Since then he has been ignoring me and I wont see him to talk about it. Then a couple of days ago he sent me a texand i responded but he never did repsond back. I am super confused on whats going on. Please help!




Hey girlie,

If you've heard rumors that he likes you sis (and he's shown behavior to support that), it's possible that he does like her and was chatting with you a little bit in order to get closer to her. It's a bummer, but sometimes this stuff happens Frown The upside is that there WILL be guys out there who like you while you like them - the timing will be perfect and it'll feel amazing! But this isn't it. So instead of freaking out about it, respond if he texts you...but don't text him first. Instead, focus your attention on your besties, your activities, your sports, and your hobbies. Put yourself out there and be outgoing the next time you're in a public place/a party/a school function. Talk to everyone and keep your eyes peeled for new crush prospects. He didn't do anything wrong or mean to you - he just followed his own heart - but you don't wanna get hung up on him if his mind is elsewhere, ya know? No sense waiting for him and wasting your own time! <3<3
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