TIFU by telling a guy I always check him out

Submitted by myotheracct_is7yo t3_1244ysi in tifu

I just got home from work today and spotted a contractor working on my apartment building. This is the second time I’ve seen him around here, and last time I thought he looked familiar. So tonight I asked him what his name was, because I work in a pharmacy and I wondered if he was one of our patients. Turned out he is one of the regulars. I told him my name and said, “I’m always checking you out.” He replied, “yeah, same here.” I meant, I’m the cashier always checking out/ringing up his prescriptions for him. But now he thinks I was hitting on him, and he is likely to follow suit next time I see him at the pharmacy. Oh crap.

TL;DR I ran into a customer outside of work, told him I always check him out, he said same, but I meant ringing up his purchases.

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lambofgun t1_jdxvh9p wrote

"dad? hey! whats up! i have great news. remember how you said i should just get out there and test the waters?! and that its ok to move on and that janice wouldve wanted me to be happy? well, guess what...!?"

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AcrobaticSource3 t1_jdybtr8 wrote

It will be hilarious when he goes to the pharmacy next and in addition to his prescriptions, he buys extra large condoms then asks if you want to go for coffee after your shift

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suagtforutube t1_jdycdr4 wrote

You know what you should so, start flirting with him, date him and then marry him, have kids, grow old and then in your death bed, tell him you weren't really checking him out.

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Stevarooni t1_jdym5s3 wrote

I wouldn't say that you F'd Up. You said something awkward, and either he understood and flirted with you jokingly, or he misunderstood and you can put the brakes on subtly if he turns on the heat. It'll be okay.

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FG88_NR t1_jdyq8dt wrote

Just play it off. Next time you see him at work, joke and say "hey, see, always checking you out."

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Half_burnt_skunk t1_jdyuu76 wrote

That's not a fuck up. Sounds to me like the start of a good friendship or more.

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Cboyle88 t1_jdyx42d wrote

Tell him your into poo poo pee pee stuff in bed

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nsk_nyc t1_jdz08z0 wrote

Replying to FG88_NR (#2,409,080)

Yup. I was thinking of a way to play it off, and this is definitely the way. It'll definitely make him think or set up a bit of a defense, in case he accepts the 'invitation'. That is of course if you're not interested. Or could add a nice story for the future.

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Veggdyret t1_jdz0qc5 wrote

You have heard of this thing when the server says "enjoy your meal" and people answer with "you too"and think about it for the rest of the night? Sure this wasn't one of them?

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Half_burnt_skunk t1_jdz2iq9 wrote

Replying to nsk_nyc (#2,410,533)

It's just reality. There is nothing wrong with bonding with people. We all should embrace those that we gravitate towards.

If there's a chemistry/natural bond, regardless of labels of relationship, you should embrace that natural connection.

One of my favorite people in life (47f) is now my (42m) "lesbian wifey." I'm a straight male, and she is dedicated lesbian. However, we connected and have one of the healthiest relationships. I just purchased 2 acres in Oregon and we are fixing it up together.

There's something raw and natural when you gravitate towards other humans. I adore my lesbian "wifey" more than most people. We both know there's no sexual tension, so we are open and honest with each other about everything! We do Friday party nights, and Sunday pajamas and cuddle movie days. It warms my soul.

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HollowVoices t1_jdz377v wrote

I was once shopping around Walmart, and an employee followed me around a few aisles with some product. I tried to be funny and asked if she was stalking me.

She replied with: "Just these papertowels."

Well played

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PMmeHOPEplease t1_jdzbjov wrote

Woosh. He knew what you meant and is just quick to respond with wit.

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VegQuaker t1_jdzc1os wrote

I once confused a guy for someone else and said, "hey asshole, didn't know you would be here!"

Dated him for 3 years

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BeneficialName9863 t1_jdzkcwj wrote

Replying to Half_burnt_skunk (#2,410,782)

One of my best friends is a lesbian, I fell for her before I knew but now i do, I don't feel rejected. What stays with me is that she was that lovely a person who to me without wanting anything from me.

I've got straight female friends where we have zero sexual tension too though, seeing them naked would be like walking in on my sister or cousin. That connection is definitely separate from sex to me, I've always been dragged away from a party or event by someone I just met because I was too dense to get the hint rather than relationships.

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leafshaker t1_jdznj9e wrote

Replying to dietbongwater (#2,408,686)

Then you know to avoid at all costs, because that dude doesn't know how condoms work. Do not store in wallets!

Edit to add: they can tear from walking and pressure. Microtears may not be visible to the eye

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azlan194 t1_jdzq78u wrote

Replying to Veggdyret (#2,410,580)

Ikr. At my work cafeteria, whenever the lady rings me up, she will follow up with "have a nice day", of course I will respond with, "Thanks, you too." But occasionally, she would say, "Enjoy your meal," and I would respond without thinking, "Thanks, you too."

I think she is doing it on purpose to have a lol with people.

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drkchld13 t1_jdzqypq wrote

Next time at the check out, say something like here we are checking you out again. That should connect and cover the situation.

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Dzyu t1_jdzsrjj wrote

Replying to PMmeHOPEplease (#2,411,794)

I assume you wanted to type "wit" as in a natural aptitude for using words and ideas in a quick and inventive way to create humour and not "whit" as in a very small part or amount.

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PokePounder t1_jdzvlk6 wrote

I was in line behind a bread delivery guy at a coffee shop once. When he was ordering, the cashier pointed out that he had a price tag stuck to his shirt. She playfully asked “what are you worth?” He was caught off guard, and was looking over his shirt trying to find the tag, and he reads it and answers “A date.” (It was not a price sticker but a best-before sticker). The cashier brightens up and cheerfully replies “Really?!” It was pretty painful watching him backpedal that one.

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GFlair t1_jdzzrh7 wrote

Replying to Veggdyret (#2,410,580)

This is me with see you later. And then I'm like... I will never see this person again wtf am I even saying. Or worse when you catch yourself saying it midway through and it's like cya la...bye.

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Gordon_Explosion t1_je033ls wrote

Oh shit, honest and open communication accidently happened. Run.

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Chair_Toaster t1_je03rh0 wrote

You crossed a line and creeped on him. Hope he’s okay.

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VivelaVendetta t1_je072ii wrote

There's a reddit sub, discord or even Facebook groups for almost any and everything online. You just have to find your people.

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TheMelv t1_je072r9 wrote

"yeah, same here" really sounds more like when the ticket taker says "enjoy the movie" and you say "thanks, you too." Needs more context, did he smile back or something? Dudes are generally not subtle, probably have nothing to worry about.

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usually00 t1_je08jwe wrote

You are living our romcom dreams. Let us know how it goes.

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FastProcess t1_je0brvs wrote

When he does come to the pharmacy, make sure you tell him "ok, let me get your prescription and I'll check you out".

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AtomicFi t1_je0dzsa wrote

“… did I really say ‘same here’? How the fuck am I supposed to check her out if I don’t even work there; what register would I use? Dumbass, she’s probably laughing at me right now.”

Her right now: See Post

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person6450719ne t1_je0fv54 wrote

Most guys check out most of the girls out so it not a big deal

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only_because_I_can t1_je0haez wrote

I had a good looking contractor working on the apartment complex I lived in several years ago. He would carve "arrowheads" made of glass and leave them on my patio table for me to find.

I thought it was very sweet and gave me the confidence to speak to him when I saw him one day. I thanked him for the "gifts" and gushed about how talented and thoughtful he was.

He tipped his hat and said, "My wife tells me that all the time."

Ugh. Definitely read him incorrectly. I was very embarrassed.

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No_Key_4335 t1_je0itl9 wrote

3 other possibilities:

1.) It was one of those instinctual things where people respond similarly without thinking about what they heard (ex. Saying “you too” in response to things that don’t make sense when you think about it).

2.) He did misinterpret what you meant but he’s not actually interested and just said “same here” to be polite instead of rude (did he ask you for your number, snap, etc. after you said you checked him out? If not, this scenario could be the case). In this case, he might act like nothing happened the next time he comes to the pharmacy for his meds.

3.) He meant that, yes, he’s always checking himself out as well (man is really in love with himself).

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MsChrisRI t1_je0mb8p wrote

Odds are he’ll do nothing at the pharmacy aside from being amused by this convo. If not, tell him the truth. Then ask him to co-write a buddy comedy screenplay based on this misunderstanding.

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Dizzman1 t1_je0oiyq wrote

You didn't answer an important question... Is he someone you'd like to "check out"?

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MrHyde87 t1_je0v21b wrote

When wording actually matters.

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Psycheau t1_je0yokt wrote

There's this function built in to your brain, it's called pre-ejit mode, if you use it you can listen to what you are about to say, then decide to say it differently before making a fool of yourself. Try it out some time, works great.

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NearbyCamera69 t1_je0yv00 wrote

He’s probably being cheeky…. sometimes the case with a contractor.

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GuyD427 t1_je116tp wrote

Maybe use “ringing you up” next time so you don’t get hopes up!

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BMcCJ t1_je13mt4 wrote

I think he knew what you meant!

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klughless t1_je140b8 wrote

I work in a pharmacy. I try to avoid patients at all costs. I would have never done what you did

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6byfour t1_je1cdna wrote

See if he’ll try to get you pregnant

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WaffleEnema t1_je1mocc wrote

This should be in r/maybegotsomeonethrutheweek

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b4dt0ny t1_je23eqg wrote

Next thing you know… he’s going to show up at the counter with Magnum condoms when he gets his next refill and ask you to ring him up

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mfomatratzen t1_je26eky wrote

Coming this season in the Hallmark Channel: Checking you out, with gwyneth paltrow and Channing Tatum.

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coolthesejets t1_je2mljy wrote

This will improve his mood for the next 10 years.

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kylefn t1_je2ob7d wrote

The important thing is… is he cute?

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