How to talk to her? Am I in love?

I began going to church a year ago. When I was sitting down in a chair at the church, a girl walked in. I couldnt keep my eyes off her.. We talked one time after church and that was it. I talk to her mom alot. I have never talked to this girl since.. Everytime she walks into the room every Sunday, I just can't keep my eyes off her. I told one of my friends that I like her.. He told her.. Now I feel ackward.. I tried to talk to her again (i looked her right in the eye) and I got all nervous when she smiled and said hi and then I walked away.. I really think she is beutiful.. Im having trouble talking to her again.. Please help... I really Really like her.. I think she knows I like her thanks to a certian friend.. My best friend died last year in a car accident and I am scared of rejection.. I know me and her have alot in common.. When she smiles its like my whole world stops and she is the only thing that matters to me.. I can't stop thinking about her!! We are both over the age of 18... PLEASE HELP ME!! THANKS... (this is the same person that asked the question. (Why am I scared to talk to her). the person that told her is not married and I dont think she is getting married.

Everyone is afraid of rejection. Unfortunately, it's a part of life, and a big part of dating. If it helps, remember that sometimes when things don't work out, that can actually be a good thing. I was pretty devastated when things didn't work out with the guy before my husband. Now I'm really happy because this relationship is so much healthier. Although rejection isn't what we want, sometimes it works out ok.

So, there's no way to move this forward without talking to her. You're gonna need to get over that. Could you two double date? This friend you told about your feelings who told her... is he seeing someone? Can you double date with him? Having someone else there could be helpful in taking pressure off of you to drive conversation. Can someone in your community set you up? Can you tell her you'd like to get to know her better and invite her to lunch after church?

Be careful of how you idolize her. When we build huge fantasies/expectations for a person, we make it nearly impossible for them to live up to them. Remember, never love someone else more than you love yourself.