Sometimes circumstances are beyond your control. Here's how to refuse a date when you truly wish you could accept.
Step 1
Smile and make eye contact if the invitation is made in person. Step 2
Communicate your complete attention if the request is made by phone. Consider saying something like 'Excuse me while I close the door' or 'I was hoping you'd call.' Step 3
Express your thanks in whatever style is genuine and comfortable for you - a joke, a simple thanks, a great big 'Wow!' Step 4
Communicate your regret at having to refuse, and explain why you need to decline the invitation. Step 5
Suggest another specific day, or express your general wish to find another time that works for both of you. A straightforward 'I can't this time because I have to go to Chicago, but I would love to make it another time. How's next Friday?' has candor to recommend it.
Tips & Warnings People look for acceptance, so be open and enthusiastic.
If you simply say that you can't make it, the person may interpret that as a brush-off. Always provide an explanation.
Be clear, candid and gracious.
Asking someone out can be difficult, so make it as easy as possible for the other person.
Posted: at 15-05-2009 01:15 PM (15 years ago) | Newbie
"Suggest another specific day, or express your general wish to find another time that works for both of you. A straightforward 'I can't this time because I have to go to Chicago, but I would love to make it another time. How's next Friday?' has candor to recommend it."
What if u don't wanna go at all? ...whether next friday or next year. or 20 years to come.. ...
Never hold a grudge against me cos while u re wasting ur time doin that, I wil be out dancin ma ass off!!!...so save ur grudges for pple that care...
Posted: at 18-05-2009 09:40 AM (15 years ago) | Gistmaniac
diplomatik at 18-05-2009 06:04 PM (15 years ago) (f)
Quote from: JobPortng on 15-05-2009 01:15 PM
Sometimes circumstances are beyond your control. Here's how to refuse a date when you truly wish you could accept.
Step 1
Smile and make eye contact if the invitation is made in person. Step 2
Communicate your complete attention if the request is made by phone. Consider saying something like 'Excuse me while I close the door' or 'I was hoping you'd call.' Step 3
Express your thanks in whatever style is genuine and comfortable for you - a joke, a simple thanks, a great big 'Wow!' Step 4
Communicate your regret at having to refuse, and explain why you need to decline the invitation. Step 5
Suggest another specific day, or express your general wish to find another time that works for both of you. A straightforward 'I can't this time because I have to go to Chicago, but I would love to make it another time. How's next Friday?' has candor to recommend it.
Tips & Warnings People look for acceptance, so be open and enthusiastic.
If you simply say that you can't make it, the person may interpret that as a brush-off. Always provide an explanation.
Be clear, candid and gracious.
Asking someone out can be difficult, so make it as easy as possible for the other person.
HUA....
u've seen me right? i look kool right? ???but don't send me mails asking for my add or phone no. and don't give it to me either , i'll ask u if i want it ..ok...kool
Posted: at 18-05-2009 06:04 PM (15 years ago) | Addicted Hero
shanique at 19-05-2009 03:28 AM (15 years ago) (f)
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U SwEaR U KnOw Me CuZ Ya HeArD My NaMe BuT iF Ya EvA rEaLLy MeT Me YuD KnOw Da GaMe dRaMa NeVa EnDs And HaTaS ArE aLL tHa SaMe tHeY sMiLe To Ya FacE aNd sPiT oN yA NaMe
Posted: at 19-05-2009 03:28 AM (15 years ago) | Hero
"Suggest another specific day, or express your general wish to find another time that works for both of you. A straightforward 'I can't this time because I have to go to Chicago, but I would love to make it another time. How's next Friday?' has candor to recommend it."
What if u don't wanna go at all? ...whether next friday or next year. or 20 years to come.. ...
u must to meet d plan B
Posted: at 21-05-2009 10:27 PM (15 years ago) | Gistmaniac
shanique at 21-05-2009 10:59 PM (15 years ago) (f)
Quote from: shanique on 19-05-2009 03:28 AM
approved and stamped
U SwEaR U KnOw Me CuZ Ya HeArD My NaMe BuT iF Ya EvA rEaLLy MeT Me YuD KnOw Da GaMe dRaMa NeVa EnDs And HaTaS ArE aLL tHa SaMe tHeY sMiLe To Ya FacE aNd sPiT oN yA NaMe
Posted: at 21-05-2009 10:59 PM (15 years ago) | Hero
"Suggest another specific day, or express your general wish to find another time that works for both of you. A straightforward 'I can't this time because I have to go to Chicago, but I would love to make it another time. How's next Friday' has candor to recommend it."
What if u don't wanna go at all? ...whether next friday or next year. or 20 years to come.. ...
i love that movie
Posted: at 22-05-2009 08:32 AM (15 years ago) | Newbie
Rambukar at 22-05-2009 09:19 AM (15 years ago) (m)
Quote from: JobPortng on 15-05-2009 01:15 PM
Sometimes circumstances are beyond your control. Here's how to refuse a date when you truly wish you could accept.
Step 1
Smile and make eye contact if the invitation is made in person. Step 2
Communicate your complete attention if the request is made by phone. Consider saying something like 'Excuse me while I close the door' or 'I was hoping you'd call.' Step 3
Express your thanks in whatever style is genuine and comfortable for you - a joke, a simple thanks, a great big 'Wow!' Step 4
Communicate your regret at having to refuse, and explain why you need to decline the invitation. Step 5
Suggest another specific day, or express your general wish to find another time that works for both of you. A straightforward 'I can't this time because I have to go to Chicago, but I would love to make it another time. How's next Friday?' has candor to recommend it.
Tips & Warnings People look for acceptance, so be open and enthusiastic.
If you simply say that you can't make it, the person may interpret that as a brush-off. Always provide an explanation.
Be clear, candid and gracious.
Asking someone out can be difficult, so make it as easy as possible for the other person.
Dr love!
Posted: at 22-05-2009 09:19 AM (15 years ago) | Upcoming
onchedu
...whether next friday or next year. or 20 years to come.. 
, i'll ask u if i want it ..ok...kool 
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