I'm a female and have been in this place since the end of 1964 when I was 14 (and therefore couldn't stay in England on my own).
I have
NEVER .... EVER heard such a load of codswallop in those long, long 39+ years. Where on Earth did that program about dating get that from? I've heard some stupidly inaccurate things over the years - and this one is right up there with them!
I'm sure most females here would be very pleased, honoured and probably surprised to receive flowers from a guy. There wouldn't be anything to see as an ulterior motive for the flowers. If the guy was Australian I'd expect the female to be even more shocked. Aust males aren't generally known for their sensitivity or thoughtfulness towards women. Their concerns are mostly for their mates, cars, beer and sport.
dlowan wrote:
Quote:Also - if a fellow asks you for a date, isn't it already likely that he wants to sleep with you? I thought that was more or less a given? Doesn't mean he's gonna!
That's a much more 'expected' thing. He takes you on a date, meaning he spends money on you, so SOME guys would expect repayment later, in bed, for the money they've forked out on you. Those kind are best NOT invited in and not dated again!