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My husband and I sleep with our kids, and I’m okay with that. Is that okay?
My husband and I sleep with our kids. The only problem is that we each sleep in separate rooms. We have two children and they have the luxury of having mommy or daddy with them every night. My husband and … Continue reading
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Can I ask out my doctor?
I was getting a routine physical and there was a medical student in the office with my regular doctor. She seemed sweet and was pretty. Is it weird to call the office and ask her out? Yes, absolutely. It’s weird. … Continue reading
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Nobody likes me. I think.
Most of the time, I feel unlovable. I have some new friends, and I enjoy spending time with them, and I feel like they like me, but when I get home I convince myself that they don’t. Do you have … Continue reading
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Do I have to get my mother-in-law a gift for Mother’s Day?
Do I have to get my mother-in-law something for Mother’s Day? I can’t stand her, but she usually gets me a gift. I should get her something, right? I’m about to suggest something shocking here, so hang on to your … Continue reading
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I have to go shopping. I hate shopping.
I’m starting a new job soon and need a whole bunch of new clothes. This should be exciting, right? It’s not, though. Two long stretches of unemployment have left me hesitant to spend money on non-essential things, and in general, … Continue reading
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It’s time for a little parenting advice.
My two-year-old won’t let me brush her teeth. Do you have any advice on how to get her to let me? Stomp on her foot and while she’s screaming, brush. Or you could go the less violent route and do … Continue reading
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How do I express sympathy?
I need some suggestions for how to express sympathy and concern. Unfortunately, this has come up a lot recently and I find it hard to come up with a good but brief way of expressing my sympathy and support and … Continue reading
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My wife wants to adopt a baby while she’s pregnant. I’m not such a fan of this idea.
My wife and I have two boys, ages nearly 9 and 6, and I’ve generally felt like a good dad and husband. We knew we wanted a larger family, and my wife has always wanted to adopt a child, so … Continue reading
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Does a teacher have to go to a student concert?
My husband is a teacher, and his students often invite him to their dance performances and piano recitals, as well as other concerts and various benefits for charities. Sometimes it’s the parents who invite him, and sometimes these events can … Continue reading
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I lied to my roommate and now he might kick me out.
I’m a 20-something living in a great apartment complex the past two years, where the neighbors are all nice and young and know each other. My living situation is awesome and I try to be a great roommate–I am not … Continue reading
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