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Hey all..

My name is Jacqueline and Im 21 and work in a Nursing Home...

My job is what drives me to help people, its my life...

Im in a long term relationship..

I love watching Will & Grace, Charmed, Just Shoot Me and Bwitched..

I love to read anything by Shakespeare or Sylvia Plath and have just recently read Jordans autobiography.. Very interesting..

I dont like people who lie or cheat but It does happen I suppose..

Best Wishes to all..

Jacqueline

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Embarrased about going about with my mum, What should I do?

Q.   I don't really know how to say this without it sounding stupid, but here goes... My mum and I are really close and she takes me and my little sister to town with her quite a lot. I really enjoy these trips but I get really nervous when I pass oth...

A.   22 April 2006: Hey there pet You shouldnt be embarrassed alot of young girls go out into town with thier mum.. Its the done thing when you get to my age pet, (21) but dont feel embarrassed. When I go into town I always see young girls out with thier grand... (read in full...)

How do I stop our insecurities wrecking our relationship??

Q.   Ok guys and gals, Im really counting on you for this one. Sorry for length. The situation is this: I started chatting to a girl about 6 months ago online, at the time that fell apart and a relative died. I helped her through this and we became c...

A.   22 April 2006: Hey dazzerg.. First of all, You should congratulate yourself on admitting to your downfalls and trying to get rid of them... Theres not alot like you around.. I think that this girl just likes the attention she is recieving from you and thi... (read in full...)

Finding it hard to move on, Any advice??

Q.   I met this guy when I was 18 and immediately fell in love with him and everything was good the 1st year but then he started to cheat and we eventually broke up but he continued to come in and out of my life I found out that he had got married but I ...

A.   22 April 2006: Hey there reality.. The pain wont go away because you wont let it... You are still holding onto this relationship and also I sense that you are blaming yourself aswell.. You need to give yourself some time to heal and move on and you are not ... (read in full...)

How Can I Make This Long Distance Relationship Work, When She Is Being Cold?

Q.   I have been engaged now for 18 months and we plan to marry in two months. We have maintained a heathly relationship over the long distance of the Altantic ocean. There is aways a little awkwardness when we see each other for the first couple of ...

A.   22 April 2006: Hey there Maybe your girlfriend just finds it a bit hard to cope with having this long distance relationship thing going on.. They are really hard but you have got to have plenty of trust for each other and you also have to deal with the fact tha... (read in full...)

I always tell my bf "I love him' , first...he never does! Why is that?

Q.   Dear Cupid I'm in a relationship with this great guy and hes really nice. I recently told him I loved him and he replied that he loved me too. Since then I've said it to him a couple of times and he always agrees, but he never says it first! ...

A.   21 April 2006: Hey there anon.. You should just communicate more with him.. Thats where most relationship problems stem from, less communication is NOT best... Im always going on about the communication in relationships but really it is a big thing.. I sug... (read in full...)

We just moved in an argue like crazy. What if we get married and STILL argue!?

Q.   My boyfriend just recently moved in together and we don't stop arguing. He alwaays thinks I am in a bad mood and it bothers him so much and he gets mad at me for being in a bad mood. Hes such a great guy and everythign but someimes he really pushes ...

A.   21 April 2006: Hey there Caramala, The best thing for you to do would be to sit down and get the communication barries way down because I sense that they are way up.. There is simply no communication in your relationship at all, and this is bad.. Couples ... (read in full...)

I thought we were gonna get together, but I guess plans have changed!

Q.   met this lad at a party I hosted 4 weeks ago and he told me he really liked me and would love to be with a girl just like me, I was flattered and decided to take his number and get to know each a bit better. During the week we messaged eachother ...

A.   18 April 2006: Im glad to be of assistance hun, Anytime at all.. Best Wishes Jacqueline... (read in full...)

I want to get with a girl I don't know! Should I slip her a note?

Q.   I'm 26 and would like some suggestions on the best way to ask out a girl I like. I have been single for just over a year now but when it comes to asking girls out on a date or trying to chat them up I'm really useless at it because I'am too shy and ...

A.   18 April 2006: Hey there pet, Its really sweet that you like this girl and she would be daft not to like you back.. You sound as if you have alot of qualities to put into a relationship but not alot of confidence to start one... Thats nothing to be ashamed of... (read in full...)

I thought we were gonna get together, but I guess plans have changed!

Q.   met this lad at a party I hosted 4 weeks ago and he told me he really liked me and would love to be with a girl just like me, I was flattered and decided to take his number and get to know each a bit better. During the week we messaged eachother ...

A.   17 April 2006: Hey there Amie, First of all I think if this is upsetting you soo much you should call him and be straight with him like he was with you.. Its your turn to be straight. Explain to him that you felt some connection with him when he was texting ... (read in full...)

I'm attracted to one of my sisters friends!!!

Q.   Hi, I am only 13 and i stumbled across your site while surfing the net. OK, here goes, my sister, 10, hangs round with her friends a lot and they commonly come round our house. i have recently started to become attracted to her best friend who is ...

A.   17 April 2006: Hey there pet.. How sweet!!! Hehe, My advise to you would be to just take this on a friendly basis for now and see if she feels the same way.. I know you are only 13 and she is only 10 but everyone has feelings for someone in thier lifes, i... (read in full...)

How can I meet more guys 14-16?

Q.   What is a good way to meet more guys (aged 14-15/16)other than joining clubs? And once you've spotted one you like....then what?! Please help! i want to meet someone special to take away the pain from having to watch my closest male mate with h...

A.   16 April 2006: Hey there anon I hope that I am able to assist you.. I think the best way to meet people around that age gap is usually at pubs or the clubs.. It really depends on what type you are looking for.. From reaading your question though it n... (read in full...)

Do you know what it feels like for a girl?

Q.   Ok, so Madonna sang "do you know what it feels like for a girl".. and frankly as a guy, the answer is NO! I don't! So girls, what does sex feel like? Please describe. Thanks :-)))...

A.   16 April 2006: Hey there anon... Funny you should mention that because I had actually bought that single when it was released.. It basically means that some girls believe life is harder on them than it is for boys.. EG Some girls are left holding the baby whi... (read in full...)

My BF is spending time with my mate and he hardly ever comes to see me!

Q.   I've been suspended and since I've been gone, my boyfriend has been hanging around with my mate. She doesn't pose a threat to me, so why do I feel jealous Also my boyfriend hardly ever comes to see me and I don't know why, but it's making me d...

A.   15 April 2006: Hey there Stephanie.. I think that maybe you should talk to your boyfriend about your problem and that you feel it is making you Jealous and hurt... Make sure that you get your point across in a clearer more friendlier way rather than goin... (read in full...)

What can I do, I still miss her and can't forget about her!

Q.   Hi there I posted this about a week, and i followed advice from this website sort of...anyway here is an update, and previous post.....help folks... Previous Post Hey there guys and girls, i have an issue, about one month ago I had a split with...

A.   12 April 2006: Hey there jude.. Im glad that things are looking up for you with your ex girlfriend and I am also glad that you have some kind of contact with her, I understand that you missed having her in your life.. The fact that she doesnt regret it is ... (read in full...)

I miss her sooo much, it may be love!

Q.   Please help me cupid. Im 16 years old and i think i might be in love with a 15 year old. This is because like over a month ago i used to see this girl and talk to her alot and we would link arms, hold hands, hug and put our arms around each other. ...

A.   12 April 2006: Hey there pet... Well only you can answer the question of being in love or just missing someone.. They both feel similiar but are entirely different.. It doesnt matter what age you are, Everyone deserves the love of someone, whether it be a ... (read in full...)

Need suggestions for motivating myself and using my time more efficiently!

Q.   hey guys, I'm a medical student and finding it really hard to get motivated. Does anyone have any ideas in motivation? I find myself working for 12 hours but really getting 3 hours' worth of work done. As a result I have no time to do anything...

A.   12 April 2006: Hey there anon.. I am finding your question a bit difficult to answer though I will say that if you have any close friends at hand then give them a call... Although from reading through your script I would suggest that something is kin... (read in full...)

We're married, but she don't do ANYTHING around the house except watch tv and such. What can I do?

Q.   Hi I have various problems/issues I would like advice on, this may sound petty but this has all caused severe depression and even times when I have comtemplated having a divorce. Basically I got married from a girl in India who I truely love,...

A.   12 April 2006: Hey there Jat.. I understand that this has been a long term problem and not just happened over night or because your wife has become pregnant.. I wondered though, did you plan to have a child?? Let me know how you are doing and if things ... (read in full...)

How to meet a decent guy...

Q.   I'm rather shy and I want to meet a decent guy. Any tips coz I have had a lot of bad experiences....

A.   12 April 2006: Hey there anon.. Im sorry to hear that you have had bad experiences in the past but you can use these now to find someone else.. Thats what I did and it turned out brill! Obviously these things take time but in the end they work out... It... (read in full...)

I would love my boyfriend to propose to me. What can I do?

Q.   Hi, am a woman of thirty three,am madly inlove with a fourty yrs guy l want him to propose we have been together for one year dex...

A.   11 April 2006: Hey there anon.. Im sorry but you cannot make anyone propose to you its just not the way of things, if he wanted to propose then that is different but why you want him to propose?? Is It because you are madly in love with him, then that is the... (read in full...)

I'm really depressed about being a student and going to school. Can anyone help?

Q.   I really need some help right now, as no one is taking me seriously. I am depressed and never stop crying. I think about committing suicide all the time and most days, can't even bear to get up in a morning, even though I hardly sleep anymore an...

A.   11 April 2006: Hey there anon.. I really understand how you feel and you are right you cant just do things because it makes your family proud or other people respect you when the truth is they are happy seeing you do something with your life but they will res... (read in full...)

We're married, but she don't do ANYTHING around the house except watch tv and such. What can I do?

Q.   Hi I have various problems/issues I would like advice on, this may sound petty but this has all caused severe depression and even times when I have comtemplated having a divorce. Basically I got married from a girl in India who I truely love,...

A.   11 April 2006: Hey there Jat.. I hope that I can shed some light on your situation.. First of all Id like to congratulate you for actually supporting your wife (2 jobs and all) She doesnt realise how fortunate she is.. I think that you need to speak to you... (read in full...)

He was gone for a weekend, he's back, but now he wants to end our relationship?

Q.   My live in boyfriend of nearly 6 years has just got back from a weekend away and says he wants to end our relationship because he doesn't think he makes me happy. Before he went we were happily making lots of exciting plans for the future so I'm ...

A.   10 April 2006: Hey there pet.. I hope that I am able to help you a bit. Well, I think thata you really need to sit him down and make him see what he would be giving up on if he did this and choose this path.. You need to find out if something happened wh... (read in full...)

We've known eachother for awhile, but just recently started dating. Why have things changed?

Q.   I have been with my partner for just over a month but have known him for 3years prior to this.When we first got together he was always saying he missed me and wanted me to be with him but now he hardly talks to me and we hardly ever see each ...

A.   10 April 2006: Hey there pet, I think your partner just finds it a bit hard beng in a relationship and this is very normal.. and Noo its not your fault.. Everyone that I have known said that before they went as "Partners" they were friends before and becau... (read in full...)

How do I get back to being the social butterfly I once was?

Q.   Well okay i use to be a very out-going, bubbly person but just over the last year i've turnned into such a home body. i don't think being a home body is a bad thing i love really but i'm so young and its seem like a waste of life. but it seem eve...

A.   10 April 2006: Hey there Angelicc, You know, I was the same only in your situation you are at college but mine I was at work and Its not really such a bad thing.. It just means that when you take on new experiences, for instance College Courses, Working Lifes yo... (read in full...)

Does he really think I'm "hot", like my friend says?

Q.   Hi!, Well I liked this guy for like a year, but then we went to different schools so I didn't like him, but today I saw him again and we were talking and I think I like him again, but I don't want to because I did for a year. Then my friend...

A.   10 April 2006: Hey there, I think that you need to sit down and think alot about the relationship.. Mostly If you like him as a boyfriend or as juat a friend... I think that you are just confused but that you do like him.. You need to make your mind up th... (read in full...)

My ex's best friend now wants me, what should I do?

Q.   Hope you can help, its a bit long! I have been trying to separate from my husband for a year and he has finally moved out. We were married for 14 years but I haven't loved him for a long time and the marriage is over. He knew this last year. ...

A.   9 April 2006: Hey there pet.. I dont really think that he is doing anyone any harm by visiting his ex wife on a regular basis, It maybe to sort things out with his kids... 17 Year olds nowadays are pretty wild!! If there arre kids envolved in a broken... (read in full...)

How can I learn to trust again after being abused??

Q.   How do you learn to trust a new boyfriend after being in an emotionally abusive relationship?...

A.   8 April 2006: Hey there pet, You can learn to Love again its all about Trust and Honesty, and by proving to the other (abusive) guy that you can do it.. That is your goal and you can do it.. I think the best thing for you to do is do what I did, take t... (read in full...)

My boyfriend of over a year cheated on me... Where do we go from here?

Q.   Two weeks ago, he moved 1500 miles away to go to through a two month training for his new job. He's the best thing that's ever happened to me and I love him with all my heart. I've dated a lot of guys and am (still) sure that he is someone I want ...

A.   8 April 2006: Hey there Now that you have given us some more feedback, Id like to wish you all the best as I sincerely think that the guy is willing and has put enough strain on himself now ... I also think that you both should try again and if he has a pro... (read in full...)

I'm a desperate man with troubles and need advice, I just don't want to let my kids down!

Q.   Hi i have just split from my girlfriend we have a 3 year old son i love and i have 3 kids from a previous relationship,my relationships have a pattern of going the same way starts good end up bad i have a history of depression not violence i just e...

A.   7 April 2006: Hey there Anon.. I hope that i am able to help you as best as I can.. Well, why dont you stop and think as to why you are depressed? Is it because you feel that all your relationships are going the same way, then, think why they are going... (read in full...)

I'm a desperate man with troubles and need advice, I just don't want to let my kids down!

Q.   Hi i have just split from my girlfriend we have a 3 year old son i love and i have 3 kids from a previous relationship,my relationships have a pattern of going the same way starts good end up bad i have a history of depression not violence i just e...

A.   7 April 2006: Hey there Anon.. I hope that i am able to pount you in the right direction.. Well, why dont you stop and think as to why you are depressed? Is it because you feel that all your relationships are going the same way, then, think why they are g... (read in full...)

My boyfriend of over a year cheated on me... Where do we go from here?

Q.   Two weeks ago, he moved 1500 miles away to go to through a two month training for his new job. He's the best thing that's ever happened to me and I love him with all my heart. I've dated a lot of guys and am (still) sure that he is someone I want ...

A.   7 April 2006: Hey there pet.. First of all, It is entirely up to yourself If you would like to continue this relationship now that you know what he is capable of.. You might think that I am being a bit harsh but you should look at the brighter picture an... (read in full...)

My mom goes on these rages, but usually she's this nice gentle person!

Q.   I made my mum so angry she threw an iron at me. she didn't intend for it to hit me (i don't think) but it was within 1/2 a metre away from me. Is this child abuse, or is this just expressing anger? she can really scare me sometimes; i can make her ...

A.   6 April 2006: Hey there pet, Im glad that you have built up the courage to speak about the situatins you are having at home... I do believe your mother has anger related issues that she must deal with and until she does this will just continue.. I ... (read in full...)

Do I take the risk and leave my current bf for my ex bf, whom I can't stop thinking about?

Q.   Hi i am a 22 year old female and i have been with the same guy for 3 years. I have been living with him for the past year and a half. The trouble is I think iam still in love with my ex boyfriend. We split up 5 years ago because we were both very ...

A.   6 April 2006: Well if that is how you feel, then I was only answering your question to kinda help you out not to be nasty, or hasty or to judge you... Jacqueline... (read in full...)

Isn't there an unwritten rule that one's best friend doesn't date one's ex bf? Advice needed.

Q.   Okay well I am 14 and I used to date this boy a few years ago and I've known him for so long and we are quite good mates. He text my best mate and she fancies him and now he fancies her back. But it's really upsetting me because she fancies loads of ...

A.   6 April 2006: Hey there, Well I have a cousin your age and she and her best friend were talking one day, I overheard them, and my cousin said "one rule girls have is that we dont date a best friends ex boyfriend, thats just yeauch and and a big Nooo" I... (read in full...)

Do I take the risk and leave my current bf for my ex bf, whom I can't stop thinking about?

Q.   Hi i am a 22 year old female and i have been with the same guy for 3 years. I have been living with him for the past year and a half. The trouble is I think iam still in love with my ex boyfriend. We split up 5 years ago because we were both very ...

A.   6 April 2006: Hello there Suzie767.. I wonder what made you think about your ex boyfriend so suddenly after you moved in with your current boyfriend.. It is obvious though that you will not know what you feel for your current boyfriend because your m... (read in full...)

Why does he get to be jealous and possessive, but he's also cheated on me?

Q.   I need help! I've been with my man for over a year now. He cheated on me several times in the past. I forgave him because he said he'd stop. I believe him only because he's honest and tells me everything. He even admitted with his own mouth he...

A.   6 April 2006: Hey there pet, From reading your question, I gather that all he is doing is using your love and willingness to forgive.. He does not deserve you to be so caring and forgiving towards him... When he firstly cheated, I can understand that ... (read in full...)

Am I just a fling and will I cause the breakup of his relationship? How do I handle this?

Q.   i was at a friends 18th and i met this guy there, we clicked and we really like each other, he's from a country town about 300 km away doing a college course, we ended up sharing an armchair all night and didn't kiss till morning (thats all we did), ...

A.   6 April 2006: Hey there anon, I hope my advice helps you.. Firstly, you are putting alot of strain on yourself for the sake of this relationship you have here and you must remember that you are the innocent party here.. You have to talk to him and s... (read in full...)

He introduces me to others as "his very good friend"! We've been dating four years..so why is he doing that?

Q.   my boyfriend of over 4 years introduced me to a male friend of his as his very good friend. what does that really make me?...

A.   6 April 2006: Hey there, Maybe he was compimenting you on your kindness and genorosity towards him or maybe he was just being an insulting wierdo and was embarrased.. Whatever the reason its better of to ask your boyfriend himself as to why he referred to... (read in full...)

He's my husband's best friend and he was our best man at our wedding. I can't stop thinking about him! Help!

Q.   I have been married for 10yrs(most of it happy,some of it difficult)trouble is I have been attracted to our friend, matt (my hubbys best friend,best man at our wedding)for some years and so far all i am guilty of is a little flirting.butI'm going to ...

A.   5 April 2006: Hey there, I think that you are forgetting one little commitment which could mean alot....Marriage?? Not to be mean but you married your partner whom you are supposed to Love, Honour, Cherish and always be there for and all you can think about ... (read in full...)

She said I should write a poem....what's this for?

Q.   Do girls around the age of 13-18 find boys who write poems attractive? Because ive been telling a girl how perfect she is, and she said to me about 3 times i should write a poem. Eh?...

A.   5 April 2006: Hey there, Maybe she thinks that you ahve apoetic rythmn and by the amount of times you tell her she is beautiful then she wants you to write your thoughts about her down in a poem drama.. Its not hard and I am sure that anything you write... (read in full...)

I'm joining the police, my mates are going to Uni... How do meet new people in the meantime?

Q.   This isn't a problem exactly - i'm more just looking for advice:) I'm in my last year of sixth form college and in a few months will have done all my exams and left. I'm not going to uni (out of choice - i'm sick of education!) but most of my mates...

A.   5 April 2006: Hey there.. Course you can meet new people, Everyone would want a friend like you.. You sound so organised and everything is going to pan for you so you just feel that tad lonely in between.. My advice is that you could join clubs in the me... (read in full...)

What can I do, I still miss her and can't forget about her!

Q.   Hi there I posted this about a week, and i followed advice from this website sort of...anyway here is an update, and previous post.....help folks... Previous Post Hey there guys and girls, i have an issue, about one month ago I had a split with...

A.   3 April 2006: Hey there I read your posts all over again and I sense that you are excitied about the meeting and maybe that isnt a bad thing maybe you just want to be friends, and there is probably that wondering thought "What If" but I do think 100% that y... (read in full...)

What can I do, I still miss her and can't forget about her!

Q.   Hi there I posted this about a week, and i followed advice from this website sort of...anyway here is an update, and previous post.....help folks... Previous Post Hey there guys and girls, i have an issue, about one month ago I had a split with...

A.   28 March 2006: Hey there Jude.. I just want to congratulate you, You did an admirable deed and It was the right thing pet.. and you most certainly went the correct way about it.. Sending the email meant that you will get your point across in a pleasant... (read in full...)

What can I do, I still miss her and can't forget about her!

Q.   Hi there I posted this about a week, and i followed advice from this website sort of...anyway here is an update, and previous post.....help folks... Previous Post Hey there guys and girls, i have an issue, about one month ago I had a split with...

A.   27 March 2006: Hey There Jude.. Hey, Don't feel bad about turning to me, Thats ok, Thats what I am here for! I think that this girl is playing with your mind, she probably thinks that you will go back with her and she is being selfish and playing on it..Hence... (read in full...)

What can I do, I still miss her and can't forget about her!

Q.   Hi there I posted this about a week, and i followed advice from this website sort of...anyway here is an update, and previous post.....help folks... Previous Post Hey there guys and girls, i have an issue, about one month ago I had a split with...

A.   23 March 2006: Hey its ok.. I know that you could do better.. It just comes with time and a little more confidence.. Let me know how you are doing, I hope you get on alot better than you have been.. Im glad I was of some help to you.. Jacqueline xx... (read in full...)

What can I do, I still miss her and can't forget about her!

Q.   Hi there I posted this about a week, and i followed advice from this website sort of...anyway here is an update, and previous post.....help folks... Previous Post Hey there guys and girls, i have an issue, about one month ago I had a split with...

A.   22 March 2006: Hey there Jude, I really feel quite bad for you.. If this ex girlfriend of yours is more interested in what her friends think then she is not the type to be running after, People do change after break ups, they wallow in what their friends ... (read in full...)

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