Dear Abby: I only want to date, not have a big relationship

DEAR ABBY: I really like this guy. He makes me so happy. He told me he is attracted to me, but he doesn't want a relationship with me. When we spend time together, we always have a great time. When I reach out to him, he doesn't always respond right away, but he treats me wonderfully when he does. I really want us to date - not have a "relationship," just date. How can I tell him that? -

DEAR FALLING HARD: This guy may have the same thing in mind as you do. There may be reasons you should be aware of as to why he doesn't always respond to you in a timely fashion. He may need to concentrate on school, his job or another girlfriend. It would be in your best interests to know why. Since you would be willing to date him under the circumstances you described, speak up, and see how he reacts.

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.