Ask Amy: I have a crush on the mechanic who works on my car ... should I say so?

Amy Dickinson

DEAR AMY: I have been going to the same car mechanic since I moved to a new city, four years ago.

I know he’s a dad because he has a son, but he has never worn a wedding ring.

The last time I brought my car in, he offered to take it for a spin with me in the car, but I declined.

I’ve had a crush on this man since I first met him. Should I say so, or is this something I can’t pursue?

– Wanting in Oregon

DEAR WANTING: I had a crush on the hunky guy who came to renovate my house – and I finally summoned the courage to tell him.

We’ve been married, very happily, for 16 years.

The risk here is that this man might not be available or return your feelings, which might necessitate you changing mechanics.

(You can email Amy Dickinson at askamy@amydickinson.com or send a letter to Ask Amy, P.O. Box 194, Freeville, NY 13068. You can also follow her on Twitter @askingamy or Facebook.)

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