Lena

I just started a new job at 11 bucks an hour, 40 hours a week. I live in Ohio. I'm not a dependent and I don't have any dependents. I also don't have any other special circumstances.

Can you tell me how to calculate this out? Math's not my strong suit.

A poem jotted down today... what do you think?

<3

Why bother cut when you have words?

Ragged edges of promises cut deeper than you’d imagine

And maybe it’s just personal preference,

But I prefer ink to blood any day-

My own delicate hell to relish

Faint marks may last on your body for a lifetime,

But nouns and verbs and adjectives remain

(For as long as anyone will let them, that is.)

They echo in your heart and tear through your soul

A much better distraction than a rusty piece of metal

And better yet, I say

Than any other form of self mutilation

Because truly, no one has to know.

This guy and I have been really good friends since we were in elementary school. Throughout this time, we both liked each other and various times. A couple years ago, we dated for a little bit, but he played games and destroyed me. It was right when my mother was in the hospital dying, too. It was horrible.

For a while, we didn't talk, but I missed him so I forgave him and everything was cool, although it took forever for me to get over him. I think he was my first love.

And now? He acts like he likes me. He hasn't said anything, but I know him well enough to tell.

So, what do I do? On the one hand, I still have feelings for him and the way he treats me lately makes them hard to ignore. But on the other hand, I know I can't enter that relationship again- that it wasn't healthy.

HELP, please.

<3

Okay, I'm a senior in high school and I have a crush on my lab partner. We just met this year, and we're becoming good friends. Should I buy him a present? Make one? Or no present at all?

Things to keep in mind...

a) we're dorky. We're the kids with good grades who like things like chemistry.

b) there's not much time left. we'll graduate soon. I'd like to make a move before it's too late.

c) I'm incredibly shy and not into big, bold, declarations of love

d) I'm pretty much broke.

Any suggestions? It'd be appreciated <3

About how much do eggplants cost per pound in Ohio?

I'm an outgoing person, especially 1 on 1, but incredibly shy sometimes.

I flirt, but I hide from you.

I know what I should do, and can never bring myself to do it.

I'm courageous for others, but never stand up for myself.

I show love and only secretly hope for it. Not expect, hope.

I have tons of amazing friends, but I've never felt lonelier.

I'm happy but I frown.

And vice versa.

I feel like I'm slipping away. I feel completely disconnected. I'm numb. I don't want to be numb.

And now I'm rambling to strangers on the internet.

Help me?