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This boy I was interested in and was going to have a relationship with completely destroyed
everything we had going when I found out that he had been dating a girl for a year and two
months, and whom he was still dating. How do I cope with this? - Abbie M.

Ouch.

That's all I have to say to this one. Well, not really, I actually have a whole lot to say, but you get the idea.
Babe, that fucking sucks. The kid is a douche, and probably is missing out on one of the best things that
could've happened to his sorry ass. But that's a man for you. As one of my good friend's say, "All men are
pigs, Natalie. Ya can't trust any of 'em." And she's right! Men are pigs. All they want to do is drink and eat
and sleep and sex. Sure, some of them will tell you they like to cuddle or they like long walks on the beach
or a good book, but they're liars. When it comes down to it, all they're thinking of when they tell you these
things, and you reply ever so sweetly, is, "I can't wait 'til those lips move in a different way." Yup, they're
horrible, evil beasties like that and we, ladies, have to play a little hardball as well. First thing, don't trust a
guy as easily as you can spread your legs for him. Get to know him. Do a little delving. Talk to his friends,
his family. Get a little background info. Don't be shy! Don't get into a relationship or a semi-relationship in
your case Abbie, only to have yourself feeling like a whore, like you were in the wrong, for his mistake.
Take matters into your own hands so you're happy. And, if you happen to catch a great guy, without a
criminal record, than great job!
But if you by some chance get hit in the head with a rotten apple that looks pretty on the outside, I pity you. I truly do. Because beneath the gorgeous
eyes, the pretty hair, the nice teeth and fashionable clothes, he's a dick. He's a big, hairy, horrible dick who wants nothing but sex and then to drop you
like the rest of them. Now, I'm not saying keep your guard up forever, but don't be so hasty to jump into things. Don't make a mistake that could ruin
you. Be strong and be true to yourself and Abbie, I really am sorry.






Though I am eighteen, my parents are completely overbearing and controlling. I feel like I can't walk out the door without asking them if
it's okay. Help? - Jeremy B.

Well, Jeremy, from my point of view, you must've done something that has broken their trust in you. Or else they wouldn't be so overprotective. Either
that, or they love you too much to see you leave them behind and grow up and become an adult. The second I turned eighteen my parents completely
dropped the caring act and told me I could do what I want, when I want, and that was it. Of course, they step in to "reason with me" when matters
become pressing, like about my future or something,  but basically, I go out when I want and buy what I want.. which leaves me broke. Yeah, don't
follow my example. I go out to eat way too much. But anyway, Jeremy, maybe, on the reasonable side, you should sit down and talk with them. Tell
them how you're an adult, and when it comes time for you to go to college, or at least move out, that they can't follow you because they have their own
bills to pay, and you need to grow up too. You don't want to be the 35 year-old pothead living out back in a one-room trailer, listening to 80's rock and
wishing you had a girlfriend. You wanna be the successful businessman or whatever it is you want to do, with two kids and a nice looking house and an
even better car. You don't want your parents still living with you and don't be afraid to step out of their shadow! College is what it's all about kiddo, be a
man, and step up, and tell your parents that it's going to be like this because YOU said so. Grow some balls babe, and you'll be on your way.