I used to do that too. Given my fear of stuttering, I thought if we texted more, they could first get to know me so even if I stuttered, chances would be they'd be more eager to look past it. It's a losing mindset. They will find out you stutter anyway, BUT they'll judge you for it only as much as you visibly judge yourself. If you stutter, women may initially create the impression you're timid and vulnerable. It's a given. This is why I always GO FOR THE KILL, no matter how uncomfortable it makes me. It catches them off-guard and flusters them. It's like their thinking switches from "aww, he stutters" to "damn, what does he have planned out for me?" That puts you in a position of strength. You decide what happens next. Either way, go at it at your own pace. I just thought you might need these as pointers for the future. Also remember, she is not the only, the first, or the last woman. Don't build her up in your head too much. You're the one she builds up in her head. You will definitely get better with time. In my early teenage years, I was so shy and preoccupied with my stutter, my only interactions with girls would be answering their questions. Even when they visibly flirted with me, I couldn't muster the courage in fear of judgement. Now, I am the guy who captures their imagination. I desire her and I make that known. There can be no awkward moments amidst genuine affection. Sometimes, I outright tell them before a first date that she can't possibly have an awkward experience with me. Am I smoothest talker? No. I speak my mind. However, the very fact I promise her that opens up new dimensions. I make a fool of myself sometimes because I don't fear her judgement. I want to have fun with her. They always pick up on the relaxed vibe and become looser and talkative. My statement becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy.