GatorChomp Posted July 4, 2008 Posted July 4, 2008 Hey LoveShack, I just met up with a friend today real quick because I had to go pick up something at her house. She has a bunch of best friends from her high school (we work together, that's how we became friends) and when I went to her house, she met me outside with one of her friends. She introduced me to her friend and I said hi, and shook her hand. Now that I look back on it, what is the common thing to do in that situation? I would like to give her a hug or something but I think that that might come off a little strong and bizarre considering that girl had no idea who I am. Now to generalize the question a little, if you're a guy and a friend introduces you to a female friend, how do you initially address them? Hug, kiss on the cheek, hand shake? thanks!
johan Posted July 4, 2008 Posted July 4, 2008 Pretty much what you did. I'd say trying to clutch a woman you've only known for a minute or so is going to freak her out. Imagine if she tried that on you. You'd probably take a defensive stance.
Storyrider Posted July 4, 2008 Posted July 4, 2008 Pretty much what you did. I'd say trying to clutch a woman you've only known for a minute or so is going to freak her out. Imagine if she tried that on you. You'd probably take a defensive stance. Johan's right. It should either be a naked hug, or nothing at all.
johan Posted July 4, 2008 Posted July 4, 2008 Johan's right. It should either be a naked hug, or nothing at all. True. But first you should give her a peek at what's going to be rubbing up against her. That's the polite thing to do.
Citizen Erased Posted July 4, 2008 Posted July 4, 2008 True. But first you should give her a peek at what's going to be rubbing up against her. That's the polite thing to do. Such a gentleman. :love:
Storyrider Posted July 4, 2008 Posted July 4, 2008 True. But first you should give her a peek at what's going to be rubbing up against her. That's the polite thing to do. At least then she will know beyond a doubt that isn't a roll of quarters in his pocket. This is called being genuine.
D-Lish Posted July 4, 2008 Posted July 4, 2008 I'd be impressed by a handshake, but freaked out that soon by a hug. End of story. You played it right.
Davey McG Posted July 4, 2008 Posted July 4, 2008 Does anyone kiss a lady's hand anymore on meeting? Or is that a bit 19th century now?
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