Dear MIRIAM: I LUST FOR OFFICE BEAUTY.

Byline: Dr MIRIAM STOPPARD 

Dear Miriam HOW can I tell a beautiful woman I've worked with for six months that I'm crazy about her?

My feelings for her grow stronger every day but I'm afraid she'll say no if I ask her out.

I've caught her looking at me and smiling and she's always friendly in the office. Should I go for it or accept she's out of my league?

MANY relationships start at work and, if she's smiling at you, it's defeatist to give up at the first hurdle.

Let her know you're interested by asking her to join you for lunch or a cup of coffee.

This won't seem so much like a date and, if she knocks you back, the embarrassment should be minimal even if the disappointment isn't.

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FRIENDLY: Will she date?