Q. I invited a rather wonderful, single (and fairly shy) man to supper. I had hoped to pair him with a single friend of mine and during the evening they got on extremely well. The problem is that, although I have received a thank-you postcard, he made no mention of my friend. We are both keen for feedback – what should we do?
– Name and address withheld
A. Shy men need confirmation that an overture would not be repulsed before they dare to make a move. Telephone him to say you have found a coat in your house and wonder if he left it behind. Use this call to communicate the favourable impression he made on your friend and to probe for his reaction.
Q. A family member has decided that their ‘thing’ is to give our children over-the-top presents we do not have space for in our house.
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