How long do I wait?

I've been out of the dating game for about a year now, and the previous relationship was 7 years (i'm 22). I feel I am ready, and I've picked a girl out. This girl i went to HS with, and we talk non stop on msn for the last 3 months. I've been dropping hints that I like her, even wrote poetry sorta bouncing around the idea i liked her, and i know she's read it. The thing is, her last relationship she was in, she was told every day that she is a worthless g/f and shouldn't ever have a b/f. Then at their 5 month anniv, she got dumped. She was so heart broken she almost killed herself. I've asked her in secret ways if she plans on dating soon or ever again. (got to love myspace quizzes). every time she says i don't want a b/f yet, but I'm not a shy guy and i asked her straight up, would you date me? if not now in the future. She said yes...but in the future..and probably not in the near though. I'm willing to wait for her for as long as it takes, How long should i wait?

How long do I wait?

I would not formally date her now. I would make sure that you begin to cement a trust of you from her. If she starts to trust you then it becomes easier. Informal dates like lunch or or picnics require a minimal output and has a way of impressing a girl. If you provide her a safe environment, she will gradually warm up to you. Be aware of her vulnerability and those things that she is sensitive about--know what hurts her and discover what pleases her. Buy her the book "A Woman's Worth" by Marianne Williamson, but don't give it to her until after you have read it. After you have read it, inscribe it to her. You seem like the kind of guy who could tell her that she is a good person, a special person with remarkable gifts. Most women are, but they need to know it. If she is beautiful, she needs to know that too. You may also want to tell her that it really doesn't matter what you end up doing, but that her presence is enough.

How long do I wait?

If you can really picture yourself being in a long term relationship with her then you should wait for as long as it takes.

How long do I wait?

as long as it takes until shes comfortable with it

How long do I wait?

as long as you want to wait. if you really like this girl you will wait for her. but remember she was unstable before dont let it happen to her again by letting her down. more on dating and love on this site

How long do I wait?

A relationship doesn't need an agenda or a planned schedule like asking for a mortgage or loans. Way I see it, she's comfortable around you but isn't sure about dating right now. I would attract her, tease and flirt with her, creating chemistry without the intention of asking her out/turning her into your girlfriend. Don't pressure her and don't just be around, waiting for the right moment; start building that moment in her by attracting her.

How long do I wait?

If you have strong feelings about her then I mean wait as long as you think you should. If you feel she's worth it then wait. But if you feel she will not do the same for you if she was in your situation, then you should not be wasting your value time on somebody won't do the same for you.

How long do I wait?

as long as you want. it means indefinitely

How long do I wait?

if you really like her, youll wait for as long as it takes until she's ready. blimey, she's emotionally scarred, man. but if you think she's not that special, then try looking for another prospect dates. =)