Sometimes we find ourselves following the old cliché saying of putting the cart before the horse. We jump to conclusions that can leave us feeling vulnerable and affect our decision making. My sweet and vivacious Kate, it sounds to me like you have landed yourself a “work spouse,” (a person with whom you trust at work to the point of creating a ‘marriage’ between yourselves when compared to the rest of the employees).

I would try and take it slow for the time being. Since you’re not sure if he is actually interested in you, or just playfully flirting, then it may be in your best interest to keep these desires from actually surfacing.

Don’t get me wrong, work flings can definitely be a great time, but not if you’re going to get involved with a “work wife” or “work spouse.” These are the people you go to when you’re feeling crappy at work or are in desperate need of advice; you risk ruining this by jumping to conclusions and being “that girl.” Trust me Kate, don’t be that girl.

Anyways, in my opinion, unless you actually know that he has feelings for you beyond a plutonic level, then I would probably steer clear of this stud. The “you’d be mine” comment doesn’t exactly seal the deal, if you know what I mean. It sounds more like he was trying to cheer you up.

Regardless my dearest Kate, this guy is taken for the time being. I want you to sit back, enjoy his friendship, and see what the future holds. Who knows, tomorrow he may break up with his girlfriend and then you’d have the chance to see if he lives up to his “promises.” I know it’s going to be tough, but put this one on the romantic back burner for now and go fry up some other fish…

-The Ambassador