I have to say, if you like someone, just ask them out. Straight out, plain and simple. And if they say 'no', you know what? Your self-worth doesn't suddenly deplete and you're no lesser of a person. In between us and the best things in life, such as falling in love, or pursuing our dreams, is this thing called fear of rejection.
But fear of rejection is utterly stupid and has snuffed out so many moments, memories, dreams and blessings that I think we should not give it any more of our lives or time of day and instead be courageous and be bold.
I haven't been pursued by a man in 6 years, and you know what? I would really like to remember what that felt like (maybe not in this season, I think if someone tried, I might vomit on their feet). Admittedly, this is mostly my fault for being impatient and never allowing the room for a man to pluck up the courage to rise to the occasion, but it is okay to have feelings for someone and it is okay to voice them, and even if those feelings are not reciprocated, then that's okay too, you're still valued and loved and celebrated over, remember who you are and move on.
I may be ranting because there's some issues I need to have resolved, but hey, take this lady's rants and do with it as you will!