How can I re-ignite aquarius' interest?

Hello all!

I need some advice. I'm a capricorn who had an amorous fling with an aqua guy. It was shortlived: I developed feelings, wrote him poetry, and he decided he wasn't interested. I was heartbroken.

Since our one and only discussion on how he couldn't reciprocate the feelings I had for him, we have not talked about it again. We're friends, if only it was because we are in the same clique of buddies. I try to act normal, like the rejection never bothered me and try to maintain a friendly relationship with him. He tries too, I think, but I know deep inside he is uncomfortable with how I once offered my heart. I think sometimes he notices in my expression a longing for him, and I can see from his actions that he tries to keep a distance during these instances. Other times however, he goes as far as to hold my hand, stroking it even...but I suppose he thinks of it as a friendly gesture rather than a romantic one. We talk and laugh online and when we meet, but sometimes we couldn't be as comfortable with each other because unsaid emotions get in the way...u know what I mean, i hope.

I am careful not to share any of my feelings with him, confiding in friends instead. I act cool and friendly but control urges to be affectionate, although once in a while when he aches in the neck, I offer him a friendly rub which he appreciates and thanks me for.

Anyway, I now need to decide: if I shouldn't give up and try to win him back (how?) or if I should just carry this pain in my heart as I try to keep this friendship going the way I think he wants it (and in the process, be someone he can better appreciate albeit only as a friend).

Any thoughts, oipinons and advice appreciated.

Capricorn in dilemma

I think most Aquas are emotionally stupid.""--- they really are at least from observing my sis... but then again who am i to talk i consider myself to be emotionally retarded

"I don't think Aquas are stupid but rather afraid"

"Granted, it is risky, you can be let down and that hurts, but no risk, no reward. The fear holds Aquas back from completing the deal, thus they end up losing a very special connection. We meet lots of people in this life journey, few we really have a unique connection with. When you encounter such a person, cherish that connection and nourish it. Do not run from it because those opportunities are rare. Do not let fear of connecting with a single person cause you to run from what is natural for all the other signs. Your connection with another person will not imprison you, it will set you free and provide a safe haven for you to recharge in. Aquas are here to spread universal love to all, but here is some Scorpio wisdom for your consideration. You start to change the world one person at a time. Don't let fear prevent you from reaching your true potential. I have seen the Aqua heart and it is a beautiful place, the aloof nature is just a smoke screen and you can't fool a Scorp (but you can sure confuse us)"

Pluto's_Pride, you ARE very intuitive and your Scopio words of wisdom really hit home for me. However, it is tough to change your core defense. This i work on daily ... its hard.

And, to answer Caprianna, once an Aquarian makes a decision to end a relationship, they don't usually look back ... at least not in a long-term romantic way. I am certain your Aqua respects you and enjoys his time with you, but not romantically. He is sad that you are hurting because he does care about you, but again, not likely in a romantic way. I would suggest, that you move on. If you think you can remain friends, then by all means remain friends, but be sure to not wait around for him.