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Archived questions from: 22 August, 2012 (see latest questions)

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Dear Cupid: Relationship help and advice

Is the singles scene easier for women than it is for men?

This question has 11 answers - newest was posted 4472 days ago

22 August 2012 (M)

age 41-50 - I'm curious what the singles scene is really like from a woman's perspective? After many years of being single, I got married recently so this is just out of curiosity. I know this can't be true, but it often appeared to me that women had it made. All a woman has to do go out... (300 words)

Counseling is helping and I don't know where to turn.

This question has 11 answers - newest was posted 4470 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 41-50 - There is no easy way to get into this so I will get steaight to the point. I have always had a disfunctional family. (Dad beat my mom etc every day she was always in hospital he was an alcholic just a bit of background on that) the thing is I was abused by my brother. It ... (311 words)

I'm jealous of my friend.

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 4472 days ago

22 August 2012 (?) age 26-29 - hey so i have a friend (for 9 years) she is cool pretty an djust plain lovely but i hate her guts and dont even know why im so jelious of her she has never been a threat she always does what i do after i do and better at it than my so i have done drama and dance since i was six ... (119 words)

I uprooted my life for my ex-girlfriend, and have lost it all. Now what?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (M)

age 36-40 - Several years ago, I moved from a different city and state to be with my girlfriend, who I was dating long distance at the time. We met one weekend while I was visiting my hometown, and hit it off very well. After a year of long distance dating, I ended up moving back to my ... (297 words)

I am not happy with my day to day lifestyle

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 4472 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 26-29 - Hi. I'm a british teenager, 17 and I'd like advice. I am not happy with my day to day lifestyle, and i know that only i can change that. Instead of spending my life on my laptop, i'd like idea's of things to do that don't cost much/nothing atall. Any idea's, things you do yours... (60 words)

I'm 24 years older than him but am so attracted to him! What do I do about it?

This question has 8 answers - newest was posted 4472 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age - OK this is a question that I hope all you male readers out there will chime in on, as I need a man's perspective. I am a 54 year old woman, routinely told I look at least 10 years younger. I keep my hair colored, exercise every day, try not to dress in a frumpy manner, etc. and ... (499 words)

My wife was intimate with someone else while we were separated. How do I get past this?

This question has 19 answers - newest was posted 4289 days ago

22 August 2012 (M)

age 36-40 - So My wife and I of just over a year have been separated(distance) since April. During that time we talked on the phone, texts, skype. It seemed like everything was going ok, we were both heartbroken and sad to be away from each other, but we were working through it together. ... (554 words)

Gents, is your 2nd erection/orgasm as good as 1st when in quick succession?

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 4472 days ago

22 August 2012 (M)

age 36-40 - Guys, When you have a 2nd session of intercourse in quick succession do you feel same/similar feelings? We often go for a 2nd round and though I enjoy it it's HERE near as good as the first round. Maybe it's to do with timing and I need a bigger break but it's just not t... (109 words)

I'm upset that my boyfriend didn't get me anything for my birthday

This question has 13 answers - newest was posted 4472 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 36-40 - I'm kind of bothered by the fact that my boyfriend didn't care to get me anything for my birthday. I'm not materialistic and I don't really want any specific item but like the saying goes, "It's the thought that counts" and I feel like he didn't put any thought or effor... (185 words)

Why would my ex block me

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - Why did my ex I am soo in love with blocked me on twitter so my ex add me on twitter I. Was talking to she said why do u want me to be there for ur kid if u have one I said u was always there for me then she said I dk I have work and school we been dating for two years we broke ... (133 words)

I want to let go of my ex and move on but I just can't!

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - I am mid 20's and an attractive female. Unfortunately I have an afinity for losers. I have recently started talking to this guy who has an education, nice job, and a decent guy, and not because he isn't attractive. Even if I found him attractive I still have all this pent up ... (239 words)

I need someone to help push me and motivate me!

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - This is a weird request but here it goes. Im soo fed up of feeling and looking like crap. I have a bad case of PCOS and with that I have the side effects of being over-weight, have more hair than any woman would like and spots. Those are my main issue. Yes right now ... (270 words)

Is this the end for me and my BF?

This question has 20 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 41-50 - Dear all, Your opinions would be welcome. Things have not been too good with me and my BF of late, and we had a bit of a bad evening about two and a half weeks ago, and I told him that I am not really getting anything out of the relationship etc. Things were ok in the mornin... (208 words)

I looked into my dad's phone messages and think I've discovered he's having an affair!

This question has 11 answers - newest was posted 4471 days ago

22 August 2012 (M)

age 30-35 - I am literally shaking with rage and I don't know who I can turn to right now. I think I have just discovered that my Dad is having an affair. My parents have been married for over 25 years now. I was having troubles with my phone so I looked around the house for a spare. I ... (194 words)

What to do down there?

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (?) age 36-40 - pubic hair , what do i do with it ? i have a long term boyfriend he says he doesnt mind about my pubes but i still shave for him and me as well a litte i guess, but the thing is its starting to hurt me with spots and i heardyou can pass them on help!! ... (59 words)

How do I deal with my aunt?

This question has 11 answers - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - Hey I'm 19 years old and I live with my aunt and she strict and mean. I am in college the only one in fact but she disapproves , I'm paying for school my self so it's no money out get pockets. And the problem is she never lets me do anything like u ask to go out with friends ... (562 words)

Anyone know how I can help my bf who is bi polar get help in alabama

This question has 11 answers - newest was posted 4459 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 36-40 - its so frustrating ... I dont want to let him go but i have to.he loves me and trys his best to treat me right but he is bi polar and wont get it under control . He has outragious oust burst that include breaking things punching things and hurtfull words . He has never been ... (167 words)

Women: Why do you stay with your man?

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 4472 days ago

22 August 2012 (M)

age 36-40 - how do you keep a woman? please im asking this advice to women who are married or have been with someone long term, why do you stay with your man? I am in a relationship with a girl i love very much, and yes we have our ups and downs but i always have this fear they will l... (167 words)

What are the best casual dating sites out there?

This question has 24 answers - newest was posted 4435 days ago

22 August 2012 (M)

age 51-59 - I have tried a few of these online dating sites recently but have had no replies and windered if anyone knew the best ones to keep faith with. I stopped using photographs in the end because i was getting nowhere-i am an ugly guy-but still had no success.Is there any place worth ... (99 words)

I went snooping on my b/f. Now we are trying to get things back to normal but its strained! Help?

This question has 8 answers - newest was posted 4472 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 41-50 - I admit I was snooping and found lots of pictures of a my fiances exes that he said he had deleted. I was depressed about it and left it a few days before I spoke to him about it. When I did he went mad, first saying he thought he had deleted them and couldn't understand why ... (119 words)

He wants my panties

This question has 10 answers - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - So me and my boyfriend of two years were just snuggling in his bed when he suddenly asked me if I could give him a pair of my panties. He asked me with this big smile on his face like he was a bit nervous and at the same time excited. We haven't had sex so I'm very confused as ... (92 words)

Should I stop talking to this guy?

This question has 12 answers - newest was posted 4472 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - So around December I added this guy on Facebook because he seemed very interesting to me. We started talking and it turns out he is 7 years older than me, so at first he said he felt uncomfortable for talking to such a young lady. Later on though, we added each other on MSN, ... (820 words)

I'm falling for a teacher!

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4474 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 26-29 - Okay, so there is a teacher at my school, who teaches another grade. He's 27 and I really like him. He speaks to me like I'm an adult and he's super sweet to everyone. After school sometimes; he runs a thing for little kids to play around. My friend keeps saying we should ask ... (116 words)

How do I control my feelings? He hasn't said I love you yet

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - I have grown to love my boyfriend a lot and I feel tempted to say it to him, but various advice tells me not to say it first. I agree with this, but restraining my feelings from the truth makes me grow apart from him because I feel that he doesn't love me back, because we've ... (105 words)

I lost my mind and hurt someone I really love

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (M)

age 41-50 - Thanks in advance for any help =) Ok, here is my situation. I just turned 30 and I had my share of pain in relationships and, because of that, I had a long period when I couldnt fall in love anymore. Until about 10 months ago I met my girlfriend, who made me feel whole again, a... (300 words)

B/f never wants to discuss the future! I know this isn't good!

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 36-40 - Ok, so here goes. My boyfriend and I are coming up on 4 years together and it's kind of got me thinking "where is our relationship going?" He is 27 and I'm 26. We have lived together for a little over a year now. We have a dog together. I am really happy and love him very ... (260 words)

Does this mean he likes me now if he will wait for sex?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - This guy and I have known each other for awhile and our relationship/friendship is always bumpy. For the longest time he would Chase me and not give up and he is a very horny guy. He would always tell me how hot I was etc. I refused to have sex for over a year but now I want ... (122 words)

What to do? This other girl unleashes my inner beast!

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (?) age 30-35 - So this is a long question but I really dont know what to do and i need some major help before i make a decision ill regret. Background story: I used to have feeling for this one girl, but she was a train wreck because she recently (then) got out of a relationship, an... (441 words)

Men: When you have sex, how often are you thinking of someone that you're not with?

This question has 9 answers - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 36-40 - These questions are mostly for men but women can feel free to answer as well: 1. When you have sex with your gf or wife, how often do you picture another woman in your head while doing it? 2. Who are they? (friends, women you saw on the street, celebrities?) I'm ju... (111 words)

We were going to go out but things fell through and now I'm not sure how to act around her

This question has 1 answer - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (M)

age 30-35 - So last week I finally asked out a girl I liked... sort of. I just messaged her on Facebook and asked her if she'd be interested in coming along for a work-group hanging out thing near the end of the week (I know her through my summer job). I wasn't expecting a response in my ... (276 words)

What makes girls act like this?

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 4471 days ago

22 August 2012 (M)

age 30-35 - Hey guys. Thanks for ur answers because im in desperate need for advice. I had been talking to this girl for about a month and everything's was fine. We talked daily and went to see a movie a.couple weeks after seeing eachother, her friends were encouraging me to go for it a... (246 words)

Why am I still pining for him three years later?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - I've been in love with my teacher for almost seven years now. Let's call him Peter. When we met, I was 14. Peter was 42. At the time, he'd been engaged so that was yet another reason why I didn't pursue him. During high school, we had spent a lot of time together. He was the ... (444 words)

Men: Why can't you just say "I'm not that into you?"

This question has 7 answers - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age - Hello, I'm 48 and feel like I should have this relationship stuff all figured out, not the case at all. Also, it does not matter your age when you feel strongly about that special person-your heart still feels like a 16 y/o girl. I met this man an online dating site with ... (273 words)

I loved him so much, he treated me so badly and now he wants me back!

This question has 1 answer - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - After he proposed to me last Christmas( We've in distance relationship for 2 years)I moved and transferred college from California to a small town in Ohio to be with him. We got an apartment together( the lease was on his name) I got so excited for having my fairytale ... (353 words)

Is it normal that I have these feelings for a man 26 years older than me?

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 4464 days ago

22 August 2012 (?) age 30-35 - There is a 46 year old man working where I work (he's in charge of maintainance) and I am a 20 year old "secretary"... I am pretty attracted to this man and I feel abnormal, strange and guilty. He's quite handsome but I'm very shy so I never approach him or speak to him first. ... (157 words)

How can I focus on getting to know a guy so it leads to more than just sex?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - I'll try to make this short, thanks for the advice in advance. I dated this guy for a couple weeks but we ended up breaking it off. He asked me about it later and I was honest and said that I didn't want to date him anymore, he said he would be ok with just sex..I'm ok with tha... (208 words)

How do we make us closer again?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 26-29 - Hey guys:) My boyfriends a senior this year and I'm not. I feel like he doesn't have room in his oh so amazing senior life for me. We've been very very close and had a good no-fighting relationship. I don't wanna see all that go down hill. He is slowly pushing me away ,growing... (94 words)

How do I handle being dumped? I'm so angry and upset.

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4474 days ago

22 August 2012 (M)

age 41-50 - I am so hurt by this. My ex girlfriend told me she doesn't have the feelings towards me as a girlfriend anymore. I loved her. I was there for her when she was going through a rough time with her mother. I didn't see her for six months. We dated for 5 months before everything ... (199 words)

Why does he call me his biscuit?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4470 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 41-50 - Hey everyone. I have a HUGE issue. So there's this guy that i like and he likes me back. We were talking on facebook one day and he calls me his biscuit. I asked if he meant home skillet and he said no. I have asked everyone i know and they all have no idea what he means. He ... (78 words)

Advice for the new girl at college needed!

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 26-29 - Hi! So I start at a new college in September and Im really nervous/scared. I dont know anyone on the course I'm starting, so it's like a fresh start. I have trouble starting a conversation, talking to new people and joining in with conversations. I'd like and appreciate ... (78 words)

Any advice or experiences to share on dealing with illness in the family?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4471 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 26-29 - My mum, 46, has COPD, Diabetes and Emphysema. She is on home oxygen and has a portable one for when she goes out. In May 2011 myself and my family almost lost her as her lungs were giving up. Since then she has been in hospital 4 more times. This affected me physical... (162 words)

I feel like I'm losing my identity.

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4474 days ago

22 August 2012 (?) age 36-40 - i feel numb with my boyfriend but i have felt like this befor and it got better but i feel guilty for feelin this way because i know how much i love him and he loves me but sometimes i feel suffercatede by him , like today he was fingering my then i felt a pain and just got ... (104 words)

I thought he liked me the way I liked him, but I guess not.Now I don't know what to do.

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4474 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - Why did he behave that way? Guys please help me understand this. So there's this personal trainer at my gym who has been staring at me whenever he sees me he even watched me through the doors throughout my work out. Anyway, because he has been watching me I thought id ta... (212 words)

I snooped. I didn't find evidence of cheating, but what I did find is really bothering me

This question has 9 answers - newest was posted 4473 days ago

22 August 2012 (F)

age 36-40 - I snooped. He always has said I could go through phone, email, anything whenever I wanted because he has nothing to hide. Something he said the other day raised some suspicion so I snooped somewhere I've never looked before. I did not find evidence of cheating but I found an ... (180 words)