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The French Boyfriend
My boyfriend had to return to France, where's he from (we met while he studied here in America). I miss him terribly and can't stop thinking about him. The distance and uncertainty are hurting our relationship. I'm scared I might lose him. I feel lost most days. What should I do? -- Annoyed Adam
Dear Adam,
Do you love him? If so, the answer is easy: do everything in your power to obtain a work or student visa and take a spin in the Old Country. (Think of it as your turn to travel.)
What is there to be scared of? Being happy? Leaving material possessions behind? (Trust me, you can replace them.)
Life is too short. Go to France. Go get your man.
-- M
The Passive Aggressive "Mother-in-Law"
My boyfriend and I have limited vacation time and decided to spend this year's holidays with my family. His mother has been working overtime to guilt us into extending our vacation and visiting them. What should I do? -- Stressed Stacy
Dear Stacy,
First, your boyfriend needs to stand up to his mother and put a stop to her shenanigans. Do NOT take this challenge on yourself -- doing so would simply welcome her to drive a wedge in your relationship and cause even more problems.
Second, stay firm: his mother needs to learn to respect your decisions (acceding to her wishes will only teach her that she can, indeed, get her way if she's persistent enough).
-- M
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