DEAR ABBY: This guy asked me out. I was going to refuse, but he showed up at my door with flowers and I couldn't say no.
Now I feel guilty, but I can't possibly tell him. What should I do? -- STUCK IN NEW YORK
DEAR STUCK: A lady keeps her word. Since you accepted his invitation -- and his flowers -- you go on the date. If he asks you out again, you tell him it's not a good idea because you consider him a friend, not a romantic interest.