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Dear Cupid: Relationship help and advice

I'm never turned on or want sex!

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - Ok so, me and my boyfriend have been together two 1/2 years. Everything about him fits me like a puzzle piece. The only problem is that...I'm like never turned on. I never want to have sex, and even if we do start fooling around I have to use lube to even get 'wet' enough. Now, ... (123 words)

Do married men touch single women totally out of friendship?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 41-50 - According to you, would a married man grab or touch a single woman's hand solely out of friendship? This only happens when they are on their own or not seen by others. Goodbye is usually kiss on the cheek accompanied by him sliding the hand from her elbow to the wrist. ... (53 words)

Who can I talk to about getting cosmetic surgery?

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 36-40 - Who can I talk to about getting cosmetic surgery? I don't want to talk to a surgeon because they'll only tell me facts about what I want to get done. When I look at forums specifically for this, all the people there are always like "go for it" and when I ask anywhere else I ... (146 words)

Is my husband controlling? Now the children are copying his style of communicating too.

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 4464 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 51-59 - Is my husband controlling? We have been married for 21 years and he always wants to know where I am and what I am doing, even what time i will be home. I never go anywhere without one of the kids! He talks to me like i am a child, telling me what to do and how to do it. I can'... (94 words)

This don't make sense. How is it possible that he contracted chlamydia if we have both been faithful?

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 4464 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 36-40 - i have been in a four year relationship, i have had many pap smear done and been tested for all std's, my man just went to the health department and got tested, and they told him he would have to come back in a couple of days to know the results, well today he went back and ... (113 words)

Father or not? Should I remain focused on a legal resolution? Or arrange the paternity test through the Courts now?

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 4464 days ago

30 August 2012 (M)

age 41-50 - [Mod note: is there some reason you haven't had a DNA test done to establish paternity? Get that done and most of the problems go away. So please advise as to why you haven't ordered a paternity test.] OP follow up: She just gave birth this month and also, i would prefer to de... (808 words)

Porn and insecurities

This question has 16 answers - newest was posted 4463 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 36-40 - I need help. I know that there are a TON of porn and strip club questions out there, I know. But I really need some advice. I have been with my boyfriend for almost a year, and it has been great. We get along so well, we have a lot in common, etc. The issue for me is about ... (342 words)

How can I control my urges? They're driving me crazy!

This question has 16 answers - newest was posted 4464 days ago

30 August 2012 (M)

age 30-35 - Hi, I am 22 year old virgin male , who has a high sex drive. Is it wrong, all I seem to do is maturbate but it doesn't work. Every time I' am out, can't stop looking at girls, But feel weird because I look at breasts and other areas like Thier bums and legs. I'm starting ... (88 words)

How do I get closure and stop the wrestling of unanswered questions in my mind

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - my bf of almost two years has been cheating on me and i just recently found out. i only give one strike and he blew it out the park.. I'm confused. i don't know if i should be sad or angry. i just need closure .. i doubt he'll tell the truth when i ask. i don't think i want him ... (114 words)

My girlfriend feels like she has to chose between invitation from a large family or seeing me!

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (M)

age 30-35 - my girlfriend and i are in college together. lately we've been having problems related to her family. her parents both come from large families, and each of them was one of at least four siblings, so she has tons of cousins, many with their own families and children, and ev... (727 words)

I'm not depressed but I feel so numb!

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - For the last few years i've felt incredibly numb and emotionaless, i'm not depressed, i'm genuinly a happy person, but I feel like I dont really have any emotions when it comes to major things in my life. I started feeling like this when the person I was most closest to passe... (429 words)

Relationship is going down hill, after boyfriends comment about my weight!!

This question has 17 answers - newest was posted 4463 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - Good day! Well what I am asking is down to this situation here me and my boyfriend of 8 month have decided to take a break after a long argument that blew the holiday to pieces. About a month ago we had wonderful holidays together. whiles watching a movie I stupidly asked, ... (655 words)

Boyfriend seeing the first girl he slept with?

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - My boyfriend and I have been together 1 year. He has recently started playing tennis with the first girl he ever slept with (they never dated, it was a one night thing). Its been making me quite uncomfortable, they've played a few times this week. I don't know if its cos ... (81 words)

I have made conflicting plans with two different friends, what do I do?

This question has 7 answers - newest was posted 4464 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 26-29 - So me and my friend (friend A) were talking about going on holiday next year as we will be 18 and we can finally go away without parents, However one of my other friends (friend B) has asked me to go away with her and 9 others next year too, and i said like 2 year ago that i ... (130 words)

Some days I am very attracted to him, other days I find I don’t want to look at him.

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 41-50 - Been seeing a lovely guy for one month. Friends for two months prior Before I went out with him I worked with him briefly and was attracted to him on and off. some days I really had a crush on him, other days I found him not very attractive at all. By most people’s opinion... (367 words)

Obsessive behavior - How do I change the way I think?

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 36-40 - OK so I have always suffered (well since in this relationship anyway) with insecurity and jealousy....whilst I know my thoughts are generally wrong I can't help thinking them.... I seem to have become obsessed with thinking that there is something going on between my bf an... (378 words)

I want to call off the engagement! I'm freaking out!

This question has 10 answers - newest was posted 4464 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 41-50 - I am freaking out! I am getting married next month and... I don't want to!! I want to call this engagement off! It's not that I don't love my bf, it's just that this whole marriage thing is scaring the hell out of me. So many things can go wrong in a marriage... then it's har... (189 words)

Why did he play me like this?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - 'Hate' is a strong word but right I 'hate' my life..I don't know from where to begin my hands are shivering as I type this.. I met this wonder guy about a year ago at a french class I was taking,over the weeks we grew closer to each other he asked me out on a date and we have ... (394 words)

Lately I've been getting thicker and lots more discharge than I'd normally get. Is this normal?

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 26-29 - Hey Agony Aunts/Uncles, Basically, over the past couple of weeks I've been getting thicker and lots more discharge than I'd normally get. I know I've not got an STI because I haven't had sex since I was last given the all clear for any infection. I also know I'm not pregnant... (114 words)

I can't get over the fear he will leave me for someone younger.

This question has 9 answers - newest was posted 4461 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 51-59 - Hi! I am 39 yrs old and my bf is 22. Among the all the suitors I had, he had been the most determined that's the reason I chose him. I know someday he will be leaving me for a much younger lady. This fear keeps haunting me every time I look at him. What shall i do?... (58 words)

Tightness of a virgin, truth or myth?

This question has 8 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (M)

age 51-59 - OK, I have often wondered about this. I have never been with a virgin but have always wondered if I am missing out. My wife was VERY inexperienced when we got together. 2 guys a total of 3 times.Not sure she could feel any tighter when we first started having sex. No, I wasnt a ... (136 words)

Should I text him? please help

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 41-50 - I was chatting with a customer at work, and he asked for my number, kind of jokingly. I said no. When he came back a little later we chatted some more. When I handed him his receipt, he asked where my number was. As there were customers behind him, I kind of brushed it off, ... (170 words)

I think I'm falling for this boy who I have known for 15 years!

This question has 1 answer - newest was posted 4462 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - I think I'm falling for this boy who I have known for 15 years. We never really clicked in a romantic way, or never really thought about each other in that way. And now it seems like we are getting along so well that we are almost like the best of friends... we chat every day, ... (321 words)

Why did he run back to his Ex?

This question has 1 answer - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - Me and my boyfriend of two years split up during our relationship his ex caused problems and strained our relationship because of it. We split up over a month ago and we've both carried on with life like we should of, moving on is expected and talking to other girls is e... (121 words)

My daughter is getting in the way of my relationship with my husband!

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 41-50 - hi i have a 15year old daughter and her relationship with her stepfarther(my husband) is veryunnatural. they are to close. she gets away with almost everything. he doesn't see that there relationship is effecting our marrage. how do i deal with it. i feel like a failure. me... (131 words)

2 months away from our wedding and revelations about his past have hurt me. Should I still be getting married?

This question has 9 answers - newest was posted 4464 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 36-40 - It is two months before my wedding and I my fiance told me he's been with "like 6 other girls" before me. I had thought there were two which was hard enough because I waited for him. We've been having a hard time sexually and I feel angry an inadequate because it's hard to get ... (173 words)

My mother has done this and I don't think I want to talk to her moving on... am I in the wrong?

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (M)

age 36-40 - I have always had a good relationship with my parents, even though they are seperated. My dad lives in a huge country house with his new wife and my mum did very well in the divorce and got a very nice peoperty in an affluent area and some cash. My dad also owns some commercial ... (670 words)

How can I handle my abusive toxic Ex? Makes out he cares to my mother. Then abusive tirade at me,

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4464 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 36-40 - My ex bf of nine months dumped me in a text message after I had a nervous breakdown. After the breakup we kept having arguments and he blocked me from phones, emails and facebook. I then went on to have an early miscarriage. I didn't know I was pregnant and I couldn't tell him... (304 words)

What's with this Personal Trainer at the Gym? He stares at me but then breaks appointments.

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - Why would he text me like that? Should I bother replying? There's this Personal Trainer at my gym that has been starring me at me all the time everywhere. On the bus, at the gym, while I'm in another room working out he'd be watching me through the doors. Anyway, I took his spin... (136 words)

B/f and I have been into swinging and I HATE it!

This question has 20 answers - newest was posted 4461 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 41-50 - About 4 - 5 years ago, me and my boyfriend of 6 years decided to finally try swinging after playing around with the idea for a while. I was scared out of my mind that I was actually going to go through with it, but chalked it up to newbie nerves. Oddly enough, the pers... (955 words)

Am I a bad person because I don't want things to change in our relationship regarding his kids?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 51-59 - I need some advice on what to do. My bf of 2 years has 2 kids just starting their teenage years, which I have been through already and not sure if I can do it again. When we first got together we had them every other w/e and occasionally other nights which I am absolutely fine ... (209 words)

Plenty of emotional intimacy, but no physical

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 51-59 - My bf and I are in our early 50s and have been dating for several years. We have hugged but have never held hands or kissed, let alone made love. The first couple of years that we were dating, he had some health issues (including some problems that eventually requi... (477 words)

How do I ask this crush out without making a fool out of myself?

This question has 1 answer - newest was posted 4466 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - So a few days ago I asked what I should do about the guy I have had a crush on for 2 years. I am at a point where I feel pathetic for barely saying anything to him and embarrassing myself through a facebook message when we were both drunk. I figured he was drunk and the tr... (298 words)

I Had a Dream about One of My Best Friends. What Should I do? Am I Lesbian?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4466 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - Ok a while a go I posted a question that about how I'm struggling with my sexuality. I have been for years. I have had thoughts about girls and fantisised before but last night I had a dream about a close friend of mine I had a crush on her when I was 12 and it didnt last too ... (278 words)

I told him I'd give him time to sort things out, but how much time do I give him?

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 41-50 - I've know this guy for about a year and a half. I've always had a crush on him and kinda felt a vibe from his as well. But he had a gf so other than talking, we never did anything more. He is no longer with this girlfriend anymore and we finally confessed our feelings for each ... (362 words)

I like this boy but I'm not sure that I'm over my ex

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 22-25 - okay so, i like this boy but when he told me he liked me back, i was happy. but i felt like something was wrong. i feel like im not over my ex, who i like for a year, and i though i was inlove with. and i feel wroung if i go out with this new boy. what do i do and why am i ... (69 words)

I have a crush on someone who isn't my boyfriend. Help!

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 4450 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 26-29 - Hello all, I'm a little conflicted here. I am in a wonderful relationship for one year with an amazing guy whom I love with all of my heart. I legitimately see myself spending a life completely happy with him, and he feels the same. The thing is, I habe a teeny, tiny crush. A... (170 words)

If I choose love over my dreams, wil regret it?

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - Used to date this guy for 2 years, 7 years ago. We broke up because i moved to another country to study in the university but everytime i go back to my home town we hook up. I still love him a lot and he says that he still loves me too. My dream was always to get a masters in ... (216 words)

I'm at a loss for what to do. I love him dearly, but I am not satisfied with our intimate relationship.

This question has 1 answer - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 51-59 - I have been with my boyfriend almost 2 years. We are engaged to be married. We get along great and have so much fun together. However, I do not feel he desires me intimately. I have repeatedly told him how I feel, and asked the appropriate questions, but nothing changes. We ... (153 words)

So what can or should I do? When I'm not with him I wish I didn't have a Bf. But I love him

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 4459 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - I have been with my boyfriend for almost 2 years. Im 21 he is my first boyfriend. We are really good together, we always have a good time and we barely have discussions. BUT lately when he is not around I really start thinking if He is The One. I can only see him on the ... (119 words)

Best friend for 10 years, but now we have issues. Is it worth trying to save the friendship?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4465 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - So this is a friendship question, but I really need advice! To make a long story short, my best friend left for college a couple weeks ago and I am staying at home and going to community college for the time being. This summer she seemed completely willing to make every effor... (351 words)

We connected and now zilch. Do you think I should try and speak to him or just let him go?

This question has 1 answer - newest was posted 4466 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 36-40 - I met this guy on a night out when I was a bit drunk I'm 23 and hes 27. I’m always louder and more confident when I’ve been drinking and we hit it off. He asked me to meet up again and we got on really well, although he mentioned that he hates introverted people. We went o... (262 words)

I have a crush on a Starbucks barista??

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 4466 days ago

30 August 2012 (F)

age 30-35 - I need advice. I have a huge crush on my local Starbuck's barista. He is just so cute, and I haven't had a crush on anyone for, I swear, 2 years. I go there frequently; however, I don't seem to be going during his shifts as much:/ I see him like 2 times a week... But whenever I ... (162 words)