I got a spin on the original poster's (>>1) post...

Been friends with a girl for about 2 years now...met her by chance on the basketball court and found many a coinsidence which brought us really close in a few short months (i.e., Parents knew each other, know same friends, play ball in same places etc). At the time, I really just considered her a friend...and someone else I think I should look out for (it's a common thing for me, I seem to care a lot for my friends in an overly protective way).

Also, at that time 2 years ago, this girl was in a relationship with a guy for what would become 3-years...until she went to University last year and they broke up. Since then, she had a rough time with a guy she liked and went out with, and well, now she is single.

Through the time I got to know her while she was around and the time she was away, still kept in touch, calls, emails, IM...and I can't say exactly when, but developed feelings for her.

NOW, she is back home and we're continuing as always...talking, chatting and being silly. .Do have a lot of fun with her. At the same time, I want to be honest with her about my feelings...but given the timing (just gotten out of rough relationship) and the fact that she says she isn't ready to date again...is putting me off.

I always give the advice to people to be honest and to tell your feelings to the person you care about...but in this case, I honestly can say, there is much to lose...

I dunno...be honest or hold off...truly don't know anymore.