Dear Queenie,
A boy I know at school asked me out for a date, but I never thought about him as a boyfriend and I said no. He didn’t say anything more, and I haven’t changed my mind, but I think maybe I hurt his feelings.
Queenie, how can I make this situation better?—Concerned
Dear Concerned,
This boy may have just wanted someone to hang out with, or company at some event.
Tell him you are not yet interested in dating, that you hope you did not hurt his feelings and want to apologise if you did.