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Dear Cupid: Relationship help and advice

My friend is planning to meet her on-line guy and I'm concerned for her

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4254 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - My best friend was looking for a penpal and she met a guy on the internet. They send each others messages, skyping... But couple of months later, she had her heart broken by this guy, she was very sad. I don't know all the details of what he did . All i remember i wanted to ... (314 words)

Our anniversary is on a Thursday but he wants to go out on Saturday. Why?

This question has 13 answers - newest was posted 4255 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - it's me and my boyfriends 1 year anniversary next month. I mentioned it and he said he'd already planned to take me to a certain restaurant I like so I'm happy that he's put some thought into it. our anniversary falls on a Thursday but he wants to take me out on the Saturday- i ... (68 words)

My best friend's girlfriend made him break all contact with me, and he did! I'm hurt and don't know what to do.

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 36-40 - I had a Friend who was one of my best friends. In fact he was more like the little brother I never had. About a month or so ago, he got back with his ex, who had cheated on him in the past. He said at the time, he felt like he was making a huge mistake, but he loved and mis... (599 words)

How do I have this girl wait until we are older for a relationship? I don't want to be a pedophile.

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (M)

age 30-35 - Basically, there's a girl who has been very open about her feelings for me. She's very attractive and I'm well, not. We get on well together, have common interests in Italian and some other stuff, and I'm good friends with her brother and can have quite long chats with her. ... (186 words)

I'm not in a position where I can get a divorce but I want to get to know this other man. I'm very unhappy and don't know what to do.

This question has 9 answers - newest was posted 4255 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 41-50 - I am 28 and have been married for 5 years. I was good at first. But when I got pregnant with our first child my husband starting watching porn. Without getting into massive detail, I eventually confronted him about it and told him how I felt. After a huge argument he said he ... (770 words)

I want to have my child with someone other than my boyfriend, is that bad?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 41-50 - Hi all. I just need an advice. Is this normal when your boyfriend cheated on you an had a child with someone else. I've have forgiven him an love him but I feel like making my first child out of our relationship an I don't think I'll be doing something cause I don't like to ... (121 words)

My boyfriend's wife passed away awhile ago but I feel I will always come second to her.

This question has 12 answers - newest was posted 4253 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - Hi, my boyfriend and I have been dating for over a year now and believe me when I say that I do love him with all of my heart there is no one else that I would rather be with but my problem is,I know that there is someone else that he would rather be with, but that person is no ... (259 words)

My girlfriend wanted to take a break and now it's been over 2 weeks. How do I know if it's over or if she will come back?

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (M)

age 36-40 - I need help interpreting an email from my GF I am currently on a break with. Some background: My girlfriend of 2+ plus initiated a break about two weeks ago. Since we live together I've been staying at my mother's house while she finds a new apartment. There are no real term... (435 words)

Why does my boyfriend have a problem with me spending time with my friends?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 36-40 - My boyfriend is giving me attitude because for the past 3 weekends, I've spent at least one day out with my (female) friends instead of him. I don't know what his problem is. Usually we spend a lot of time together but lately I've been enjoying time with the girls and it's n... (245 words)

I try to reassure her but it doesn't seem to work and my attempt to get her attention backfired. What can I do now?

This question has 1 answer - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - wow its a long story, however I went out with this girl that is so insecure about herself as a person, she kept saying "thank you for putting up with me" and she feels like she isn't herself at all, and doesn't believe anyone could love her. however she broke up with me her ... (368 words)

Open relationship mess.

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4255 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 36-40 - I'm 27 and got married at the age of 19.I've been with my husband since I was 14 years old, it was the first relationship for both of us. He really loved me alot, treated me like a pricess, spoiled me and gave me everything I wanted. I loved him and did things to make him happy ... (669 words)

Want to be skinny

This question has 11 answers - newest was posted 4255 days ago

29 August 2012 (?) age 26-29 - i want to get skinny im uk size 8 or 10 but feel really fat i hate my body and need some confidence i have always been a bit chubby and always upset at my body i want to be petit i hate being curvy i find it so unatracctive and fat help me get skinny or confident in my fat body ... (63 words)

Should I stick with him and try to make things work or leave him? He seems a good guy but I have trust issues.

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - Hi people. I really sort of regret asking for help since I always feel asking for help is like begging for attention.. But I really can't deal with this problem alone so I hope you beautiful people can give me a hand.. I've been in a relationship with this guy for 7... (340 words)

Boyfriend spends more time on his laptop. I'd like some attention and to spend some time with him but it seems that won't be happening!

This question has 1 answer - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - My boyfriend and I have been together for quite some time and after my mother kicked me out with my one year old, he took me in. He does so well with my daughter and treats her like his own but I feel like ever since I moved in our relationship has gone downhill. He spends all ... (186 words)

I need someone's help, what should I do? My girlfriend is watching lesbian porn. It bothers me, should I talk to her?

This question has 7 answers - newest was posted 4232 days ago

29 August 2012 (M)

age 30-35 - I just found out that my gf is watching lesbian porn...when I'm not home idk its kinda bother me what should I do..we have been togetherfor a year and half and we have sex at least 4 time a week should I talk to her about it ... (47 words)

Does this make sense to get upset about?

This question has 1 answer - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 26-29 - So me and this girl dated for a couple years, and one day we decided to come up with a nick name for each other so i named her Jayce and she named me Hope. --long reason why i got that name. Anyway shes now my ex she been my ex for 2 years, and i guess im upset because shes ... (108 words)

I had 12 sexual partners in the 4 years prior to my steady relationship. Is that bad? And why did a doctor conclude my relationship wasn't monogamous without asking?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4255 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - Yesterday I had my annual, I was expecting to get on the Mirena (birth control IUD that last 5 years) but when the dr came back she said that I couldn't get it because I'm not a good candidate for it, being as its for people who are in monogamous relationships, her conclusion ... (250 words)

Very very confused about an old flame.

This question has 1 answer - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - Hi all, it's been a while since I posted on here, but I really need some help/clearance. I used to casually date a guy for about 5 months (we were never together) when I first started dating him he had just been dumped by his long term girlfriend. I ended up really falling for ... (352 words)

Having an affair with a married woman.

This question has 21 answers - newest was posted 4255 days ago

29 August 2012 (M)

age 51-59 - Hello, Thanks in advance for your help in this matter. Her's my issue: I have known this woman for several years online. We planned on meeting in person a few times and it fell through each time. We live in different cities and the timing just wasn't right. Besides, I didn'... (355 words)

Should I sponsor the guy I like at work for his charity event or will this make me look too keen?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - There is a guy I really like at work; we chat, he says hello, offers to get me drinks etc and is generally nice to me. I have told a few people I think he's cool but I dont know if he knows. I can't work out whether he's being polite or whether he might be interested. He's ... (136 words)

I'm staring at the dissolution of my marriage...

This question has 13 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (M)

age 36-40 - Hey guys its been a while since I last posted. I thought everything would come along well with my wife and I but I'm sadly mistaken. She has really turned against me. It all started just after she left for her 9 week holiday. She started saying that our financial situat... (599 words)

Did I make the right choice by telling him to get rid of his female friend?

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - So about a year ago, my boyfriend of 3 years and I got into a right about a female friend he's had for about two more years than he's known me (we've known each other for 7years). It might also be a good idea to add that we also dated for two years while in high school which I ... (911 words)

Is it fair of him to ask me to find another home for my cat??

This question has 12 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 36-40 - My boyfriend and I have been together 8 months, I'm 25 he's 27. Things have moved pretty quickly, but we are very happy and talk about the future openingly, and we are definitely in love. We currently live separately, but have talking about getting a place together once our ... (213 words)

Your opinions on the state of virginity in teenagers today.

This question has 20 answers - newest was posted 4253 days ago

29 August 2012 (M)

age 26-29 - This question is not really a screaming for help, but most likely is just for own purpose, I just want to know other opinions. Since my 'career' in dating started, I woke up and realized that girls, lost their virgins younger than ever. I mean, from all the girls I dated, none ... (176 words)

I really love him but I feel humiliated in this relationship.

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 4255 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - Hi.. I am in a long-distance relationship with a guy for last 15 months. I have met him thrice and thought he is my soul-mate. But things have completely changed now. I really love him but I feel humiliated in this relation. He always criticises me. Whatever i do and whatever i ... (357 words)

Is it normal to have a really good relationship with your mother-in-law?

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 41-50 - Hello everyone. So... my husband is often abroad for work. I lost my mom to cancer a couple of years ago. Since day 1 I've bonded with my mother in law whom I consider like a mother and a best friend. So, while my husband is abroad I often (say, once or a week) hang out with... (203 words)

Can someone please tell me what has religion got to do with marriage??

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - Can someone please tell me what has religion got to do with marriage?? I'm indian and I find it so wierd in my community people see this religion as an important factor its ridiculous.. My cousin whose hindu liked this muslim guy they dint get married cuz he is 'muslim'.. I... (122 words)

Too Close For My Comfort

This question has 17 answers - newest was posted 4254 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age - I need advice. My 24 year old stepdaughter moved in with us. She quit a perfectly good job and came home. She doesn't clean up, she doesn't pay rent, she generally acts like she is still a child instead of the grown woman she is. My problem and question revolves around ... (177 words)

What's with men and the way they talk about girls?

This question has 8 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - My boyfriends best friend was coming home for the first time,I have never met this guy and I wanted to create a good impression cuz he is my boyfriends best friend..so I woke up made lunch,cleaned the place..and then his friend came over we had lunch it was lot of fun,he's a ... (174 words)

Was this comment out of fear? Or, was it something else?

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 4251 days ago

29 August 2012 (M)

age 30-35 - I apologize for this long post. However, I need as many answers as possible. Part 1 of problem: In a conversation with an ex, I had to get answers from her. I persisted for truthful answers. I eventually asked why I was NEVER notified of my own faults in the relationship. ... (352 words)

Text Hi I suffer from an obsessive compulsive disorder which has begun to strain my relationship..

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 4255 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - Hi I suffer from an obsessive compulsive disorder which has begun to strain my relationship.. I don't like anyone using my bathroom,I'm very particular about that,and yesterday my boyfriend used it and we go into a huge fight,I can't share stuff like when we are at the movies,I... (205 words)

I love him but I hate him. There is nothing I want from him but yet I continue to play the fool in this relationship.

This question has 1 answer - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F) age 30-35 - I'm not sure what I feel for this guy anymore. We had been dating for almost three years and both did the other pretty dirty. There was a lot of trust issues, and emotional abuse on both ends. When we were together I didn't even really like him. He is not someone I can ... (267 words)

Had a great date last night but now this... shall I just forget it?

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (M)

age 36-40 - So i went on a date last night with a lovely girl. We met on a dating site and i went to pick her up and met her parents so they knew i wasn't going to kill her and dump her body in a ditch somewhere. She was telling me that she had some pretty awful ex boyfriends, one ... (349 words)

Crush on my teacher and can't let go

This question has 27 answers - newest was posted 4217 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 26-29 - So Im 17, and I 'love' my teacher who is 32(unmarried, no kids with a girlfriend). This has been going on for almost 2 years now, but circumstances have changed.... he has left and moved to the other side of the world where he once lived 6 years ago back to her . . Knowing him ... (321 words)

Our family tree would be a circle since we are distantly related. Is it too weird?

This question has 7 answers - newest was posted 4255 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - I've been dating my boyfriend for nearly 9 months. We have known each other for years and its getting pretty serious. We just found out yesterday that we are 6th cousins 3 times removed, from our understanding. Anyway, our grandfathers are 2nd cousins. This news has been ... (120 words)

Why has my boyfriend changed?

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 4255 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - recently my 3 years of long distance has ended and my bf has come to my city.we really love each other.he studies in different college and his college is 1hr from my college. today he came to meet me near my college and said me to come around 3.10pm near a mall but i got a... (394 words)

When I said we should break up I was trying to get his attention, but he took me seriously!

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 4249 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - Dear cupid, I m desperate! I ve been with this guy for 3 years,it was a distance relationship and this year i was finally about to move to his country and move in with him!I was searching 4 schools and jobs there,and it was all more difficult cause i am in non-EEA. And wh... (1245 words)

My parents cannot accept that I want to marry a divorced guy

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 36-40 - I'm 26; in love with a guy who is a divorcee and has a kid whose custody is with his ex. And i have absolutely no issues with that. He loves me as well. We've been together over 2 years now. The problem being my parents. I've told them the truth as it is and asked them to meet ... (168 words)

My boyfriend's future stepmom complains all the time. And seems to dress inappropriately for her age. Is she after my boyfriend?

This question has 7 answers - newest was posted 4156 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - I need advice! So, my boyfriend's stepmom just came here recently from another country about two days ago and she's already complaining about america (She will also be getting citizenship through this marriage, so I still don't know why she complains). She doesn't even do ... (375 words)

What's wrong with me? I cheated on my Gf last night and never felt guilty about it. Is it something within me?

This question has 9 answers - newest was posted 4255 days ago

29 August 2012 (M)

age 41-50 - I really don't know what's wrong with me and i hate what i am doing. I am 27 and i have always been a ladies man, to say. I don't know what my problem is. I have always enjoyed going out and meeting girls in bars and having fun. I am a good looking guy and good with talkin... (246 words)

His actions have made me want to run a mile. He's started being so selfish. What to do?

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 36-40 - My boyfriend and I recently got a new job. The job is run on a set shift pattern basis, I chose a pattern that adapted well to both our lives (he plays sport some weekends etc) so that we could both do what we wanted to do without compromising our relationship. Since that po... (304 words)

Why do guys always cheat on me? whats wrong? could it be me?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 26-29 - Please help! Any Advice is greatly appreciated. For some reason i always get cheated on! Or there is always another female in the picture. I am not ugly. To be honest, i often get hit on alot of the times i go out. I am very attractive. I satisfy my partner both emotionally... (224 words)

I want out of the friend zone

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4257 days ago

29 August 2012 (M)

age 30-35 - Hi all So a friend of mine asked me to a formal ball, suit-up etc. The thing is I like her and I flirt with her but she looks past it. I want to make a move on her but I'm clearly in the FriendZone, fml. In the past she was into me but I couldn't commit due to other lady... (83 words)

Is this just a crush or is it something more?

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 4255 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 51-59 - I will be 41 in two months and this guy I see from time to time makes me smile with my heart. We are not dating just we run in to each other every other blue moon.Man when I see him butterflies race across my stomach, I can't hear anything ,and my heart start to race,Omg the ... (118 words)

I need advice on how to kiss

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (M)

age 30-35 - I've been going out with this girl for a while and I am ready to kiss her. But the thing is I don't know what to do with my lips. I already have the perfect idea for it but I don't know how to do it. How do I do it? Please help me it's going to be my first time with an actual ... (65 words)

I'm afraid after all this we are just friends but I really like him. This always happens to me, please help.

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 36-40 - I'm not proud of myself for resigning to asking strangers for help but it should show you just how much I care lol. I'm 27. A few months ago a girlfriend of mine had a stag party. There, I met her friend who I've known for a while but never actually spoke to. We hit it off ... (558 words)

I am a bisexual man who is ready to settle down, but with which gender?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (M)

age 41-50 - I'm a 35 years old bisexual Asian man. I've dated a number of guys and girls in the past, but only had one relationship with a girl (she's my ex now) for a year. I don't know whether it's the way I look or act. I seem to have good luck asking someone out for a date. I'm ... (388 words)

He won't sleep in the same bed with me! How do I get him to come back?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4257 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 26-29 - Me and my partner have been together nearly 1 and a half years, im 20 weeks pregnant with his child and for the past week he has been sleeping on the settee and claims he doesnt feel comfortable sleeping in the bed. Its driving me mad as I struggle to sleep without him, hes ... (93 words)

I'm terrified to be alone in the dark!

This question has 9 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (?) age 26-29 - this isnt really a relationship question or what ever but im scared of the dark and want help with it please im litrally terrofide to be alone in the dark or even at night for a 15 year old thats not right. what can i do !!... (47 words)

How do I prevent myself from being used in class?

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (?) age 30-35 - From elementary to high school, I was always a "nerd" so girls I thought were friends with me because they thought I was cool/nice/etc, actually used me by copying my homework/cheating off me....This is why I didn't make too many friends, because I just didn't trust people. ... (226 words)

I destroyed his trust and now he is very jealous and controlling.

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (?) age 26-29 - hey so i am in a very promising relationship with my boyfriend we have know each other for 10 years and are very smitten and in love , but sometimes he gets really jelous if other boys like me or even talk to me he has rules like i cant wear short shorts without tights and i ... (244 words)

I like my friend's brother but I am scared he will reject me. Should I leave him alone?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4256 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - Okay so theres guy ive known him since the 7th grade now were in collge . and I met his sister in 8th grade (there a, year apart she was held back ) and me and her are like sisters but ever since high schools been out we dont talk like we used to but.anyways I really like ... (170 words)

Should I leave my daughter with a family I trust while I go away to university?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4257 days ago

29 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - When I was 16 I got taken advantage of by my then-boyfriend #Don who was a few years older. I got pregnant and had my little girl #Rosa but Don walked out on us. My parents kicked me out and Rosa and I went to live with my friend #Troy and his family who were very helpful. Troy ... (233 words)

We are now long distance and she says she CAN'T visit me but won't let me visit her? Am I being played?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4255 days ago

29 August 2012 (M)

age 36-40 - This sweet girl I've dated 2 months had just ended a year-long relationship (broke up w/ a VERY strange man who would no longer touch her in bed). Said she wasn't ready for a new commitment. We worked together at a camp. Spent every day together, not taking it too seriously... (289 words)