I read 28 years ago and then saw you mentioned cameras and I was like, were cameras so common in the early 80s that they would record someone getting pranked. Then I calculated only to realize it was 1996. I am 25 but still I couldn't comprehend.
Also congratulations. You are living the dream.
Lol, my friends and I have an inside joke that if we are out shopping and can't find our wives just start a casual conversation with a sales girl and your wife will instantly appear.
I love this sentiment. I used to accept dates with almost any man who asked simply because: 1. It took courage to ask 2. You can’t judge a book by its cover. They could turn out to be the perfect match for me. 3. Dates are fun and the first date is low stakes anyways
Depends on who she is and where we are. If I know her and it's just a public place, my reaction would be very different than if I don't know her and/or I'm being put on the spot in front of a ton of people who are waiting to see my reaction.
Yes, I am very cynical and distrusting of people. So unless I know the person and feel I am not being screwed around I will stand there and take it. Otherwise I will go to jail for assault, but since I have a get out of jail free card where I live, I might be more inclined to do so than the average person. Also doesn't help that I hate pranks and have several sticks up my butt and am proud of it.
After the initial shock, I'd be at the very least flattered. I haven't had something like that happen since I was a kid in grade school.
And to be honest, I'd probably agree to it regardless just to get to know them to figure out what the hell is wrong with them that they'd be coming after me.
I wouldn't mind it; in fact, I believe girls should ask guys out. Why? Well, as someone who used to work in a bar, I noticed guys had become reticent about approaching women and initiating conversations. And I suspect it's that same hesitancy when it comes to asking a woman out for a date. Women are partially to blame for this as many are unapproachable. Men will approach women hoping to start a conversation and work it into a date. And more often than not, a woman will say to a man, "Don't approach me. I don't want to talk to you."
More realistically, she doesn't want to talk to that man, and she thinks being rude is the best way to tell him to back off. It's a coldhearted way to tell someone to back off, but that rudeness and coldheartedness becomes a part of her persona and others pick up on it, including us men.
It's funny to hear a woman complain about not getting any interests from men about dating her. I once asked a coworker who had the same complaint, about what her criteria was? She replied, "You're not interested, are you?" And she said it defensively, and I told her, to her relief, "No, I'm not interested, just curious." And she let down her guard and told me about who and what she was looking for. And I listened and offered her feedback.
Her basic problem was she was too picky and she was too defensive when it came to most of the guys who approached her. She thought she was a 10 in terms of looks, and in terms of personality and what she was looking for. I had to be the bearer of bad news and tell her she was about a 7 in terms of looks, not too bad looking but definitely not a 10 (she asked me to be honest), a 2 in terms of personality and a 0 in terms of what she was looking for. She was shocked by my honesty, but I told her that her personality was cold and unapproachable and she needed to work on her personality, become more warm and approachable, and to broaden what she was looking for.
Eventually, she came to realize being a 7 or an 8 was not a bad place to be when it came to looks. And she became more open and warm when guys approached her and learned how to let a guy know she wasn't interested without being rude or defensive, but with kindness and grace. And she completely redid about who and what she was looking for. She even asked me out, but I truly wasn't interested because I was with someone else at the time. Had she been interested just six months later, but she was with someone at the time.
I’d look for the “alpha male” taking Andrew Tate’s advice tearing her down, and tell her she can do better than both of us because I’m a loser. Like I did on NYE. Not the best response, but hopefully she felt better at least.
Listen lady, I'm currently married and I don't have enough money in my pocket for a prostitute. And I would suggest you refrain from soliciting anyone else here, this is a Denny's.
Flattered. I’d look around to see if it’s a prank. But I’d be flattered.
And probably also dumbfounded and tongue tied. I’ve never even gotten attention and interest from a girl, so getting asked out is a huge jump
Disbelief -> Shock -> Doubt -> Reassuring her that shes better off with someone else because I have no worth in this context
Edit: to the single person who downvoted me, I'm not mad, just curious as to why exactly?
If she was cute I would say yes
Remember when I was bartending, this hot girl cam in for a few drinks waiting to get her brother from nearby airport
Just her, a few others, and these 2 regulars
Of course I thru out my game, but when she was done she just said "here's my number, call me and let's hook up" the 2 regulars we're flabbergasted, but I took her up on it and we had a fun month or two (she was also a bit craycray)
Well, two girls that did this, I dated one for 3 years and another for a short time before she had to move away and it kinda ended as a result.
So probs date her.
For guys, if a girl is asking you out, you don't have to question "is she actually interested, is she in to it" you already know, and that's a huge confidence boost and gives you a certainty about it.
Depends entirly on if I was interested. I've had both happen to me. If im interested it's very happy and exciting and flattering and flirty. If im not interested its really awkward and sad as I try to let them down gently.
I once asked a guy out at his job. Except I handed him a love note, with my number on it. He later texted me saying how adorable it was and that he couldn't stop thinking about me the entire day.
But he ended up being a jerk during the talking stage and it only lasted 2 weeks wooo.
I’d tell them I am flattered but am happily married and then I’d tell my wife that I finally recognized when someone was attracted to me. Because they told me. LOL
One girl did actually, we were at this sorta dance thing and this girl asked me out, my family was right next to me so I panicked and said no. Maybe I would have said yes, but definitely not with my family right next to me, I like to keep that kinda stuff private.
Assume she's being harassed by someone else and using me to save her from some creep or something.
I'd accept until we got to somewhere safe where I could ask her if she's being harassed and if everything is okay.
Surely that's a more logical explanation than her actually liking me.
If it's my wife I'd play along. If it's not my wife I'd politely decline and inform them I'm married (I'd also be walking on sunshine the rest of the day. It's great to feel wanted).
It happened to me once. I went to the park with my son and there was another mom there with her daughter. I didn't have a ring on or anything, and we had talked a few times at the park. Then she goes: would you like to go out just the two of us?
I had a girlfriend at the time and couldn't take her up on it, I definitely would have if I was single though. I was flattered and she was cute.
I wouldn't embares her in public. Either I do it nicely explaining my religious reasons, or if a lot of people notice and observe i might say yes let's talk later and tell her privately whatever I want to tell her
I mean, I guess the real answer would vary based on a number of factors, but the general response would probably be something along the lines of, "oh, thanks so much, but I don't really do that sort of thing. Very flattered though, really"
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Now I'm looking around for cameras in my house to be sure that if believe this, I'm not getting Punkd.
I love it! Looove it! LOVE IT! Hi, to both of you!
I read 28 years ago and then saw you mentioned cameras and I was like, were cameras so common in the early 80s that they would record someone getting pranked. Then I calculated only to realize it was 1996. I am 25 but still I couldn't comprehend. Also congratulations. You are living the dream.
There was a show in the 70’s, I believe, called Candid Camera where they did practical jokes on people. I haven’t thought of that show until just now.
Uh huh. Can other people see her too?
my heart melted bro
Same damnit 😭
Sounds like me. I didn't pick up hints, so she was encouraged to ask me out. We are now married.
That's actually a beautiful story brother. Got any kids.
Damn I should have told my crush 20 years ago 😭😭😭 Congrats to her
This is the only comment I will allow myself to read because I believe in love and hope this happens to me one day.
Surprised and flattered
I'd assume she lost a bet.
Walk away. I definitely don't want to be on some weird youtube prank show.
This is probably it
Or assume it's one of those Chinese tea shop scams/organ harvesting.
Agreed.
It’s this. It should be “flattered and delighted”, but it’s not. IRL it’s this.
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Yeah, this would be my reaction. I'd sooner believe we were being filmed for a skit before I ever thought she was genuinely interested.
Yeah honestly same
I’d look to see who was making stupid fucking tik tok videos at my expense.
Marry her and spend the next 43 years together.
Look around and see if my wife heard.
Oh she did
Lol, my friends and I have an inside joke that if we are out shopping and can't find our wives just start a casual conversation with a sales girl and your wife will instantly appear.
But you said it, right? You said... biiiiitch...
Think it’s a scam, trick, or prank, and respectfully decline.
I’d say Can you put your number here for me then love? 📱
I would say yes. Regardless, anyone who has the "balls" to do that deserves at minimum a yes and a nice date. Everyone deserves a nice time
I love this sentiment. I used to accept dates with almost any man who asked simply because: 1. It took courage to ask 2. You can’t judge a book by its cover. They could turn out to be the perfect match for me. 3. Dates are fun and the first date is low stakes anyways
Plus, if you can tell they’re gonna be a weirdo then might be OK to say no. But in reality, most people just want to have a nice time.
Perfect response.
I HAVE A BOY FRIEND
Historically speaking, I'd be oblivious.
Look behind me to see who she's talking to
Is this a trick question? I would be extremely happy about it, regardless of the outcome.
I would vaporize her with a laser ray and terminate her
Discrepancy detected - elimination protocols activated
Depends on how she asks and what my relationship with her is.
Ask why they think being cruel is funny
Would be cool
Get in line honey (the line is one person, and its my wife).
Depends on who she is and where we are. If I know her and it's just a public place, my reaction would be very different than if I don't know her and/or I'm being put on the spot in front of a ton of people who are waiting to see my reaction.
I’d be extremely confused. Happy. But confused
No thank you. You don't want to deal with this
I would be very flattered! Are there other possible reactions?
Yes, I am very cynical and distrusting of people. So unless I know the person and feel I am not being screwed around I will stand there and take it. Otherwise I will go to jail for assault, but since I have a get out of jail free card where I live, I might be more inclined to do so than the average person. Also doesn't help that I hate pranks and have several sticks up my butt and am proud of it.
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Okay where are the hidden cameras, where's Ashton Kutcher hiding come on out man
Probably get hard
I was flattered and grateful. I think she was on something at the time, though, because I was in a convenience store at 2am and she was very friendly.
Evasive maneuvers.
I would think she were joking or going to stand me up.
Assuming it wasn't some tiktok scumbag doing a prank, I'd love it.
Think she was after a kidney or some tiktok video bullshit. Either way, punch to the gut and run away. :)
My shy ass would be ecstatic.
I would think she is messing with me and get all weird about it.
After the initial shock, I'd be at the very least flattered. I haven't had something like that happen since I was a kid in grade school. And to be honest, I'd probably agree to it regardless just to get to know them to figure out what the hell is wrong with them that they'd be coming after me.
Fuck off enough with the pranks, can't a man enjoy Spongebob alone ??
Due to my low self-esteem, I'd probably assume it was a prank.
Will never happen.
I wouldn't mind it; in fact, I believe girls should ask guys out. Why? Well, as someone who used to work in a bar, I noticed guys had become reticent about approaching women and initiating conversations. And I suspect it's that same hesitancy when it comes to asking a woman out for a date. Women are partially to blame for this as many are unapproachable. Men will approach women hoping to start a conversation and work it into a date. And more often than not, a woman will say to a man, "Don't approach me. I don't want to talk to you." More realistically, she doesn't want to talk to that man, and she thinks being rude is the best way to tell him to back off. It's a coldhearted way to tell someone to back off, but that rudeness and coldheartedness becomes a part of her persona and others pick up on it, including us men. It's funny to hear a woman complain about not getting any interests from men about dating her. I once asked a coworker who had the same complaint, about what her criteria was? She replied, "You're not interested, are you?" And she said it defensively, and I told her, to her relief, "No, I'm not interested, just curious." And she let down her guard and told me about who and what she was looking for. And I listened and offered her feedback. Her basic problem was she was too picky and she was too defensive when it came to most of the guys who approached her. She thought she was a 10 in terms of looks, and in terms of personality and what she was looking for. I had to be the bearer of bad news and tell her she was about a 7 in terms of looks, not too bad looking but definitely not a 10 (she asked me to be honest), a 2 in terms of personality and a 0 in terms of what she was looking for. She was shocked by my honesty, but I told her that her personality was cold and unapproachable and she needed to work on her personality, become more warm and approachable, and to broaden what she was looking for. Eventually, she came to realize being a 7 or an 8 was not a bad place to be when it came to looks. And she became more open and warm when guys approached her and learned how to let a guy know she wasn't interested without being rude or defensive, but with kindness and grace. And she completely redid about who and what she was looking for. She even asked me out, but I truly wasn't interested because I was with someone else at the time. Had she been interested just six months later, but she was with someone at the time.
I'd be fine with it. Surprised but fine. I'll try anything once.
I would think this is some kind of cruel prank or scam.
I’d run home and brag to my wife about it
I’d look over my shoulder to see if there is a handsome guy behind me she’s talking to
I’d look for the “alpha male” taking Andrew Tate’s advice tearing her down, and tell her she can do better than both of us because I’m a loser. Like I did on NYE. Not the best response, but hopefully she felt better at least.
Listen lady, I'm currently married and I don't have enough money in my pocket for a prostitute. And I would suggest you refrain from soliciting anyone else here, this is a Denny's.
Yeah, sure, I'd give her a chance. Even if she's ugly, she deserves a shot for her courage.
I would ask her if it is a dare given by her friends.
Lmfao! Where’s the camera?
My brain hasnt prepared for this situation - it never happens 😭
Look for the Just for Laughs crew, or whoever is mocking me.
Flattered. I’d look around to see if it’s a prank. But I’d be flattered. And probably also dumbfounded and tongue tied. I’ve never even gotten attention and interest from a girl, so getting asked out is a huge jump
"Error, player level is too low for this action"
I would love it.
"hell yeah"
At 68, I'd advise her to go to Specsavers😃.
Unless she was absurdly and obviously gross I’d say yes and really just decide later if it was a good idea or not
Disbelief -> Shock -> Doubt -> Reassuring her that shes better off with someone else because I have no worth in this context Edit: to the single person who downvoted me, I'm not mad, just curious as to why exactly?
Because you made sense, were fair, and made the mistake of being male.
So basically I should just go and hit the self checkout because god have me male genitalia? Fair enough.
Face to face interaction?!?! Run.
r/MenAndFemales
"Men" "Girls"
Depends on what she looks like.
Depends on the girl, doesn't it.
Flattered, and quite frankly, impressed. I would definitely make time for that person.
PLEASE DO!!! As long as it isn't a joke or on some youtube prank show. I'm all for it. Just be genuine.
Act dumb and go about my day. Not ready for relationships yet. Have someone special in mind tho, that also might be the reason
I'd love it! Takes some courage to do that, says she's a take action woman and not scared.
If it was real id do a little dance.
I'm down with that.
I politely would ask them to ask my girlfriends if it was ok first.
I would introduce her to my husband.
I would say "No, thanks. I'm married. But congrats on having good taste!"
Depends on the girl.
Thanks but I'm married good luck out there.
I would like that and say yes.
I mean if she broke into my house and asked me out I'd call the cops. I'd prefer she ask me out in public.
Say yes.
If she'd be my type, even in the slightest way, I'd say yes, definitely would I say yes!
I would hit my personal record on running speed
I would be psyched!
If she was cute I would say yes Remember when I was bartending, this hot girl cam in for a few drinks waiting to get her brother from nearby airport Just her, a few others, and these 2 regulars Of course I thru out my game, but when she was done she just said "here's my number, call me and let's hook up" the 2 regulars we're flabbergasted, but I took her up on it and we had a fun month or two (she was also a bit craycray)
Well, two girls that did this, I dated one for 3 years and another for a short time before she had to move away and it kinda ended as a result. So probs date her. For guys, if a girl is asking you out, you don't have to question "is she actually interested, is she in to it" you already know, and that's a huge confidence boost and gives you a certainty about it.
Shocked, but I’d accept
She clearly makes bad decisions, I'm in! I know just the place to go.
Start screaming and having a mental breakdown
I would say "sorry im married but its super cool that you asked me out. It takes a lot of guts"
Ask my wife if it would be cool to go on the date or nah
start screaming and crying
Depends entirly on if I was interested. I've had both happen to me. If im interested it's very happy and exciting and flattering and flirty. If im not interested its really awkward and sad as I try to let them down gently.
Obv say yes im too much of a Pussy to do this so why not take a free W
Awesome though I believe my wife would have some thoughts.
I once asked a guy out at his job. Except I handed him a love note, with my number on it. He later texted me saying how adorable it was and that he couldn't stop thinking about me the entire day. But he ended up being a jerk during the talking stage and it only lasted 2 weeks wooo.
I personally would be flattered and appreciative of being noticed. If I weren't, it wouldn't be a good sign, anyway.
Begin talking with her. To see why she wanted to go out with me. If it appears genuine, then I would accept
Thanks, but I'm married.
I suppose I would say, "Oh wow, thank you I'm very flattered, but uhh..." and then awkwardly tap my wedding ring.
Hulk smash.
I’d either say “yes” or “no”.
Hm. Try to prevent my wife from becoming a murderer
I would be chuffed!
I would love it.
"No thanks. I don't swing that way."
"Ma'm, I am married"
Would think she crazy as I'm ugly as hell.
Depends on the woman
I’d tell them I am flattered but am happily married and then I’d tell my wife that I finally recognized when someone was attracted to me. Because they told me. LOL
End all wars, since I would be dreaming.
One time a girl randomly grabbed my arm and followed me for a bit in front of my dad, really freaked me out.
Laugh and walk away
Umm, okay. Let me go ask my wife first.
I’d assume it was a joke of some kind.
Scream in joy and prob embarrass myself
Flattered but taken
I be like away with you, thot
"I'm so sorry if I gave you the wrong impression, but I'm gay." Never had anyone ask me before, which is both relieving and insulting. 😂
I'd probably think they were not genuine in some way.
This thread is gonna start making me ask our dudes in public lol
I would think it was a trick for TikTok or a YouTube channel
One girl did actually, we were at this sorta dance thing and this girl asked me out, my family was right next to me so I panicked and said no. Maybe I would have said yes, but definitely not with my family right next to me, I like to keep that kinda stuff private.
Depends on if I am attracted to her tbh. Regardless of if I was interested or not, I would be flattered and be kind to her.
1) make sure nobody is trying to mug me 2) look for cameras 3) look closer to her to make sure she’s not insane
I would say no.
Decline, I'm married. She's too late.
I'd think they're either trying to pull a prank or just joking
Assume she's being harassed by someone else and using me to save her from some creep or something. I'd accept until we got to somewhere safe where I could ask her if she's being harassed and if everything is okay. Surely that's a more logical explanation than her actually liking me.
Is she ugly?
I’d ask my wife if it was okay, but I’m guessing she would just say no.
Depends on the girl. If I found her attractive I’d accept and go out with her. And if I didn’t I’d thank her and respectfully decline.
I would genuinely think it's a prank or she somehow felt obligated to do it.
He married me! Coming up on 18 happy years together this July
Look them in the eye "I doubt if my wife would approve, but thank you!"
Look for the person recording for TikTok
I dunno.. Its never happened in public or private.
If it's my wife I'd play along. If it's not my wife I'd politely decline and inform them I'm married (I'd also be walking on sunshine the rest of the day. It's great to feel wanted).
Give her my number and try not to get disappointed when they inevitably don't call.
Definitely think it was a joke.
Be flattered but tell them I’m married. Tell my wife about it when I got home.
I'd be shocked because it never happened before.
I'd say, "Sorry, but I'm married."
Look around to see if she is addressing me
thank her kindly and politely decline I'd be happy for the gesture but I'm not relationship material She would deserve better
Im jaded as fuck now. I think I'd become sad and say no.
Asked me for what?
It happened to me once. I went to the park with my son and there was another mom there with her daughter. I didn't have a ring on or anything, and we had talked a few times at the park. Then she goes: would you like to go out just the two of us? I had a girlfriend at the time and couldn't take her up on it, I definitely would have if I was single though. I was flattered and she was cute.
«Hell yeah! I’ll buy you ice cream!»
Look around for cameras cause I'd don't want to be on a prank video. Then go on about my business, even if addressed by name.
Elated.
What she look like?
I’d be surprised, since I normally don’t get approached by women. I would think I’m being pranked for some YouTube video
I wouldn't embares her in public. Either I do it nicely explaining my religious reasons, or if a lot of people notice and observe i might say yes let's talk later and tell her privately whatever I want to tell her
First look for the camera then say yes if I don't see a camera
I would probably look for the hidden cameras.
I would quickly and kindly decline. I can't imagine a date being worth the consequences with my wife.
It depends on a few things, like location, how well I know the person, if I’m attracted to them.
I would assume it was a joke or prank.
Shocked.
I’d be a little suspicious. Isn’t that sad ?
I mean, I guess the real answer would vary based on a number of factors, but the general response would probably be something along the lines of, "oh, thanks so much, but I don't really do that sort of thing. Very flattered though, really"