"I have a female co-worker that also a great friend- the kind of friendship that will continue long after we're no longer coworkers. We hang out semi-regularly in a small group of people who currently and formerly worked together. Lately she and I have been hanging out much more frequently, partially due to work circumstances and partially because we've been planning more outings. I've been having a fantastic time with her lately and I think she feels the same.
On the most recent outing there was only a group of 4 of us, we had a table at a gigantic booth in the bar, but she sat very close, to where we were touching most of the night. There was also a lot of touching my arm while she was laughing, leaning in, resting head on my shoulder, etc. This group of friends is entirely female, save myself, so I don't know if this is just normal behavior for her around guys, but it was definitely the first time she's acted this way around me.
When we were the last two standing, she seemed to get even more close, i had my arm around her for a good while we talked. She made a point of saying that I should find new places for us (she and I us, not the whole group us) to try or to hang out at. When we left I gave her a hug and got a kiss on the cheek in return.
I feel like these are all positive signs and maybe even obvious signs that she wants to move things forward - but I tend not to be good at reading body language.
I've had a crush on her for awhile and its only growing. I feel like there's been a lot of indication that she's interested also, but I don't know if I could just be reading things wrong. Is there anything I can do or say that might tip her hand a little bit more? I'm totally cool with remaining friends if she isn't interested, and while I don't think it would spoil the friendship if I make move and am rejected I'd rather not risk making things weird if possible."
Free Dating Advice From Karla
It is obvious that she is sending you quiet signals that she likes you. You need to go for it and engage her in more serious conversation about what you are observing. Be smooth about it though so you don't blow the healthy tension.