No need to be shy, this is how things get done nowadays. But, please be careful! I think shell gave you awesome advice. I like the taking a different route home, never would of thought of htat myself! If you do not meet him, you will spend alot of time thinking of the 'what ifs'. Even if he turns out to be a loser, atleast it can warm you up to the wide world of dating! You are much too cute and talented to have no boys on the side (not that you NEED one, but they have their advantages once in awhile!)