There's many reasons a man might not ask a woman out, fear of rejection among those reasons. To be honest I think people make it too hard on themselves, both men and women.

Like someone? Make it known, ask them out, tell them they attract you in whatever way is appropriate.

It's not rocket science.

Thanks for your kind words, and yes I hope you'll fill me in at some stage and tell me how those LATAM ladies are asking the fellows out for dates! (The weekend was good...after midnight now though, Monday has arrived, and time for some sleep.)