Q. I have recently formed a strong attachment to an
alluring lady, but am unable to tell whether her feelings are as strong as my own. Encouragingly, she has started to address me as 'darling', but I now discover that this is a term of endearment that she applies to all her many friends and admirers, thus debasing this important currency. What other signs of verbal affection should I listen out for to ascertain her true feelings and thus hopefully separate myself from the rest of the herd?
Name and address withheld
A. Next time you see this alluring lady, try the following body-language test. Wait until she is sitting down. Then compliment her on her shoes. Gaze at them as you do so. If she tucks them under her chair, she is not yet ready for you. If she leans forwards to stroke or handle the shoes as she thanks you, you have the green light to fasten your lips on hers.
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