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A friend and I had a big attraction for one another. We are both in our 30's work hard, and play hard together. We had talked about this attraction several times over a few weeks. When we had finally decided we would act on it, I initially told him that although I didn't want a relationship, I knew that if we began becoming physical that I wouldn't want to see him with anyone else.

Things were okay for a few weeks. We hung out a couple times/week. We would meet out and go dancing, I'd spend the night at his place, etc.

Finally the other day I really began realizing that I wanted more. So I asked him...I asked if he was seeing anyone else and he said no, but he was open to it. It totally crushed my heart. He said I thought this is how you wanted it? I told him, no, I don't want to see anyone else, and I didn't want him to either. He was on his way to work and said he'd call me when he got off; and he hasn't. It's been 3 days now.

Did I blow it by talking about this. I didn't want to just keep going like that, you know? I'm afraid if I don't call him, he won't call me. But at the same time, if I call him---that's just me pushing the issue that may be freaking him out, right?

I honestly thought he might say, okay let's be exclusive. Now I haven't heard from him. Should I wait and give him time?

A friend and I ended up sleeping together after hanging out for over a month. I thought I would be okay with it, but I definitely want more. We used to hang out all the time with no worries, and now I feel like I want to see him all the time, I'm not sure if he feels the same.

He always responds to my calls & texts, and we have hung out a bunch of times since then....however, he never initiates contact with me. I'm always texting or calling to say what's up or to find out what he's doing. We have been at the same places, gone dancing, I've been at his place, etc....but again...it's because I'm initiating it.

He is the kind of guy that's always surrounded by a lot of people, with work, friends etc. We are in our 30's so this sounds funny, but he's kind of a "popular" guy. I know he is not ever bored, people are always around him.

Anyhow, it's beginning to bum me out, because I'm not sure if he's also interested in spending more time together, or if it's just of convenience. Should I stop contacting him and see if he would pursue hanging out? I'm afraid he wont to be honest. Is that old fashioned to wait for the man?? Should I just take the lead?

I have a guy friend, that although we are not super close, we have known each other for years because we grew up in the same town. Recently over the last month we have been hanging out 1-2 per week. There was definitely an attraction and he would say things, but I was trying to avoid it and told him this because we are friends.

The other night we ended up sleeping together and it was very comfortable between us--but now it feels weird. I definitely want more and feel like I'd like to see him more.

'm not sure that he feels the same way--he may have just wanted to hook up. Now when I think of texting or calling him, I over think things. I'm worried he is gonna think "oh my gosh she's calling me all the time..etc. etc"

We have text a few times in the last few days but I can't tell if he would like to keep seeing me that way---it's funny I was the one saying how I wanted to just keep it as friends, and now I'm the one that wants more.

Should I pull back and see if he contacts me, or go ahead and contact him? I'd like to see him tonight...I'm just afraid to tell him that and be rejected if it was just that one night.

I want to purchase a software download--wondering if you have any experience with them or heard of them?

I work for a great company. I have gotten a raise both times I've asked in the time I've been with them. Lately things have been hectic, and someone on my team (whom I manage, I'm a department manager) is out, and I've been doing her work too.

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hey approached me today offering to pay and fix damage on my car. The damage is going to cost over $2000 to get fixed.. I was initially totally excited because I've had the damage on my car for a while and have not been able to get it fixed. They know I hate it, it's quite unsightly....but now I feel like I could use even half of that money to help pay for my expenses. You know, day to day life, bills, day care, etc!??

Is it rude, or even unappreciative of me to ask that I prefer this "bonus" in the form of a cash bonus?

I have been overly stressed with some heavy mood swings for a few years. I've tried exercise, dietary changes, etc...I believe I need some form of a supplement.

St. John's Wort came up in many searches I've done to help with mood changes, anxiety and depression---however, the side effects listed are a little scary. I know they may be rare, but still make me nervous.

Have you tried it and found great results, or would you not recommend it?

PLEASE only authentic genuine experiences are appreciated.

My 3 year old son has been throwing EXTREMELY bad tantrums for almost a week straight now! I know all the rules: make sure they are not overly tired, be sure the child is eating well, try to avoid situations that trigger tantrums, etc. etc.

I do all these things, and my son has been out of control. He starts throwing a tantrum at the drop of a hat. In the afternoon, bedtime, sometimes even in the middle of the night. He just keeps screaming at the top of his lungs, to the point where neighbors in our apartment complex have filed complaints--some even complaining that they think we may be mean to him.

I'm at my wits end, to the point I just don't even want to come home from work some days. I have even got to the point where I feel like I'm walking on eggshells until the next outburst.

Please help..

I'd like to think I'm an excellent multi-tasker. I love feeling challenged, and keeping busy. But...lately at work (and, this is a new job/title/position) I have been feeling overwhelmed sometimes, and stressed.

It's not like anything is super hard-but it's definitely new. That's not the problem really though--it's more that I have been catching myself, for example:

writing things down, and not knowing where I put the paper

packing 4 boxes, and then delivering them, but 1 box was not even supposed to go

it's hard to completely nail specifics, but I feel jumbled?

What can I do to help get my BRAIN more organized. Okay, I know the obvious-rest well, eat healthy, write things down..It feels like beyond that..

Do you know what I mean?

I'm extremely confused with the whole layers and all. Step by step would help. Please?

Is this a glitch? I want to be sure that my "privacy" settings are correct,which is why I really like this feature. But like I said, it looks the same, even when I put someones name that I know is NOT my friend,

I'm taking some on-line accounting courses including intro to Quickbooks 2011. I need the software to be able to take the course(which I'm not sure I can afford), and it also tells me I can use the Enterprise version. What's the enterprise version?

We had a great relationship and lived as a blended family. (we each have 2 children) He rebuilt his home so there would be room for all the kids--and honestly, we were very happy. We were together for about 2 years when he decided it would be best to split because he felt we were in different places. He has 2 older teenagers, while I still have a toddler.

I was devastated. And he seem to be too. I moved back to the city I was from, and continued to work for his company. I was managing that particular location.

It was really hard. We had to work together, which we actually did quite well. But everyone could see we were still in "love". He would often say he sometimes regretted it, and ALWAYS said he missed me and the kids.

About 6 weeks after we split I heard he was seeing someone else and it became too difficult for me to continue working together so I quit.

He still continues to call, text and ask me to have dinner. I am so hurt that he could be seeing someone so soon? Okay, not that soon-but how does he keep saying how much he loves me and misses me, but thinks he made the right decision, all at the same time.

Now I know you might say-he's this and that....

But honestly, it's not one of those situations where he's stringing me along, blah blahl. Everything has been quite emotional and sincere..but very sad & confusing.

Could he still love me?

I am a single mother of two. I had split with my first partner because it was a bad relationship and life for both me and my children.

The great thing is, I met and fell in love with a great man who also had kids. We had a great relationship, moved in together and lived as a happy blended family for over 2 years. I would tell people of how great it is to be in love the second time around, and would encourage single mothers that yes, you can find love again.

But...he ended up wanting to split up because he felt we were in different places in our lives. He was a bit older and so were his kids. His kids were teens, while I still had a toddler. I was devastated and shocked. I truly did not see the break up coming. We always got a long, and there was no indication that he felt that way.

Now here I am going through a second split. Now I know it probably just doesn't seem clear now, and your gonna say--you will be happy again. But I am so discouraged and heartbroken.

Can any of you share your own story of a similar situation where you finally did meet the right person...ugh, dare I say, the 3rd time.

Let me add...I am a great mother, and my children are happy and healthy. Luckily they have even with the changes pulled through quite nicely. I know that they come first, but just on the other side of that..I am so sad and discouraged with love.

I was in, with no exaggeration, a wonderful relationship for 2 years...that ended 2 months ago.

He said it was best to be apart because he felt we were kn different stages of our lives. I am a bit younger, and my youngest child is 3 while his youngest is 15.

We got along extremely well, and lived together as a blended family nicely. I was shocked and sad.

A month after we split up I heard he was seeing someone, who he insisted was not serious, but it still hurt.

It has now been nearly 3 months and he has never stop contacting me. Says he misses me, etc.

Now he would like to have dinner. I am cautious because I was so surprised by his decision to split that only now I am feeling emotionally stable again. The fact that my child is so young and there is this age difference hasnt changed--which didnt ever matter to me--what can he possibly want to say?

Should I go?

I was in...and I'm not exagerrating...a really awesome, amazing, great relationship for almost 2 years with a man who is a bit older than me. We both have 2 kids from previous relationships and became your modern day brady bunch.

My youngest child is only a toddler while his youngest is 15. All was great until one day he said he felt we were in different places...especially with my son being so young.

I was devastated because it had never been an issue, infact he was amazing with my son. We got along very well..we were truly best friends & lovers at the same time.

Then only a month or so later I found he was seeing someone new...more devastation...

Okay now---6-8 wks later he is reaching out saying he made a mistake and how he knows we should be together..?!?

I am afraid now. I was so secure and sure of our love, but then, without warning to me he ended it. How do I know he is sure...was he just having a crisis or something?

I spent the last 2 years in a wonderful relationship with a older man. We both have children from previous relationships-and we moved in together and honestly, were doing great for the last 2 years.

A month ago he said he thinks its best to split up because he felt he cld not commit to raising another yng child. He is 17 yrs older& his kids are 15 and 17. My kids are 11 & 2!

When we first moved in...he rebuilt and made additions to his home...relocated us...and now all of a sudden after only a month- hes seeing someone!

I am so sad...please give only genuine advice or share your story. I have ANOTHER failed relationship :-(

I am a single mother of two-an 11 yr old & a 2 yr old- and I met a wonderful man a few years ago. He's a little older and has 2 children himself-well actually they are teenagers.

We fell in love and decided to move in together & join our families. That meant me relocating myself & my children, but we did it in complete confidence.

Our relationship with no exaggeration was completely wonderful. We traveled, I helped him run the administrative side of one of his businesses, we had fun with the family and by ourselves, and really enjoyed each other. This went on for almost 2 years.

Then a few weeks ago, with no sign of trouble & with out any other indication he literally woke up one morning & told me he felt he couldn't commit to raising another child at his age and stage in his life. Both of his children were in their late teens, and I have an 11 yr old-but he was referring to my toddler.

I had no clue. He was always so great with my toddler, this came as a complete shock.

So...I packed up and moved myself & kids back home, which is where one of his companies are located. I am continuing to run his company administratively and have to work with him daily. It's in another city-so it's usually email and phone that we work by.

He is constantly telling me how much he misses me and loves me. He will often send random emails saying that's hes been thinking of me, or mentioning that he spent an hour looking at our photos.

How can he just walk away so easily? Is he just confused? On one hand he's saying all these things to me-and on the other hand he's saying it's for the best...?

Please help with any advice or stories of your own. I find it hard to believe that all we had is just plain over! Is this the end?