I haven't got the guts to speak to people I like on here or myspace, let alone just walk up to them in the street.

I'm quite a shy person really.

I've always travelled on public transport which means I've spent loads of time waiting at stops. The thing is, I talk to everyone about everything. I just love the opportunities I've had over the years having got to know so many interesting people from all walks of life, and I often think how different my life would have been if I'd driven a car.

Some encounters do lead to dates and friendships, so I like it when people speak to me first.

I also use public transport...the only people that chat to me are people over the age of 70 lol..so I try to avoid eye contact now, if that don't work Ipod's come in handy lol..But any younger, good looking guy, using the same transport do come and chat hehe

I usually make the first move, especially when it's at one of my regular bus stops, if not, I just smile and give eye contact. Most people do respond and it makes the time seem faster when you've got someone to chat to and I really don't care what age they are either, unless it's for a date!

I remember when i was in uniform i used to get comments, mostly negative, but i do remember one time i was in a chipper, it was pretty late and i was only stopping here to get chips before i went home and a skanger girl walked up, took a serious look up and down me, and asked me if i wanted a ride.

I gave her a chip instead.

I talk to strangers in a bar or maybe if im sharing a seat on a bus or a train but i don't go out of my way to speak to them. Not in Dublin anyway.

On the contrary the fecker took a fistfull of em, i said nothing because skangers tend to go mental with little to no provacation anyway.

Your right about good weather though. It cheers everyone up and everyone is ten times more friendly. Same with world cups and important matches, the solidarity between people can be great for impromtu conversations.

Nothing a good old fashioned slap couldn't sort Chief! However perhaps she only ever wanted you for your Chips mate!

Myriad one of my friends does salsa and she really loves it. It's a good way to keep fit and a challenge to learn! All you need a sexy willing partner!

Thanks for everyones opinions-its much appreciated! The best thing about myself is that I do work in a bus station and I sometimes if i feel brave do approach women and get talking to them-my best one is "you look lost are you ok", "can i help you" or "oh this bus is always late" when at work with my uniform on and ID badge on show-but I wouldnt really do it outside of work. I think if you see someone you like at the bus stop is to pretend you are trying to get somewhere, then keep it interesting start a conversation. If you muck it up just hope a bus comes along and sit far away. I might give it a try!!!
Also at my work the social comittee has started a salsa class and apparently it was high in demand. I was too slow and unfortunately couldnt get in. Also I have no rhythm!
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I know quite a few people who go to salsa in different places and all of them tell me that you don't need a partner as they seem to circulate everyone or sort partners on the night. I'm not very good learning steps, I've always been best learning with a 'good lead' who just moves you about, that's best for me.