Guy problems, help?

I can sort of relate to this. Me being in the guy's position. Sexual tension and frustration are ugly things that can lead to irrational decisions and illogical reasoning. You have to understand that he has to deal with other types of stresses as well. (i'm not trying to undermine your position in this of course).If he likes you as much as you like him then the most likely reason for his absence is to keep himself from getting frustrated. Talking to you or being around you probably gets him going and the best cure is prevention. When you get sexual urges it's hard to deal with emotional stuff.Also I know age is just a number. But you are still just 17. So much is going to change in the few short years that you graduate and go to college. So try and keep light-hearted about relationships and life in general :).

You should see what the law is in your area. The age when you're considered adult enough to make relationship decisions like this differ from state to state. Then you'll know if waiting that year is really necessary.

I agree with ingenious bucket, most states legal age are 17. I would continue to spend time with him and if waiting for sex is something he wants to do, and he actually waits, that can show a lot about his character. I would definitely check on the legal age of your state though. that could put him at ease.