Wednesday, November 02, 2005
the wink
I am a winker. I smile and wink at strangers and kids. It is a reflex. I mean it to set people at ease and show them that I am friendly or to affirm a positive behaviour (at work, that is). I realized, though, that my winks could be taken as come-ons by girls or as me being a smart ass. I am not sure whether I should attempt to break the habit or whether my winks are perfectly acceptable. I do not think, and my friends/family would probably agree, that I am a guy who comes across creepy but perhaps others would/do not feel the same way. Should the winking be stopped? Is it a possible affront to others? I will let my faithful legions of readers decide...
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6 comments:
The winks are great and if people think your creepy that is even funnier!! Girls are just attracted to your sexy physique and good looks. We all know that you're a smart ass anyways so don't worry bing-man it's all good!!
I find your winks Creepy! Creep!
Jason said...
I to am a winker, not to be confused with wanker, and i agree with every thing that you say except that I don't mind if my winks are taken as come ons by beautiful women, because they probably are ;-)
I am TOTALLY a winker..... it's funny because of you I am NOW worried about how many times we have shared winks across the stage during worship that people might take the wrong way....
arrggghhhh
you've defiled my (once pure) winking.
;)
the more important question is why only the women thus far have included the ;)
in their responses. is a "virtual wink" as potentially confusing as a physical one? and how far can often can an emoticon be used to describe the very action it seeks to clarify...
I am not a winker. Mostly because I can't, and whenever I try I look like a buffoon.
I have been winked at by girls over the years, and it can be very alluring, however, I have always taken it to mean one thing: "I think you're cute" (or some similar thought).
That being said, winks shared amongst friends can be a great way to show appreciation and love in a cute and 'different' way.
I think the winks should be reserved for friends, regardless of the thoughts of others as to their intent (excet spouses, their concerns matter). But when it comes to strangers Matty, I think you could always tone it down. You never want a mom thinking your a creepy pedophile. Really not a good image to bear, especially as a childcare worker.
Just my thoughts though.
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