A Red Panda- Thanks, that's a really good way of putting it! It wouldn't hurt to tell the truth, especially since he already brought it up. The awkward thing is that I think he does know I'm interested though. I'm just afraid of seeming desperate or worried because I've texted him first twice already today and got only a mild response. Ugh, I hate texting politics in dating. I appreciate the advice!

waiting4- Thanks for the advice! I should give it a shot because I don't have much to lose. It is possible that he is misunderstanding me. It's happened before.