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Parents split. What can I say?


My parents are separated. One of my friends asked me about my dad, and I found it hard to even sputter, "I don't like to talk about it." I could tell she was embarrassed and so was I. Is there a way for it to be less awkward?

Dear Embarrassed,

Next time someone asks about your parents, it's okay to shrug and say, "It's not my favorite subject," and then say something (anything!) else. Use schoolwork, a TV show, whatever to spark the new direction of the conversation. You're not the only girl with parents who aren't together, and someday soon you may find that you will feel like opening up with certain friends.

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ONE OF MY FRIENDS DAD IS SEXUALLY ABUSING HER SISTER
SHE TOLD ME NOT TO TELL ANYONE, AND THIS IS MY LAST RESORCE
HER GRANDPARENTS GET THE KIDS IF HER PARENTS DIE, SO WOULD THEY GO THERE IF HER DAD GOES TO JAIL, HER SISTER WONT TELL ANYONE IN FEAR THAT HER SIBLING WILL END UP IN FOSTER CARE OR WOULD THEY STAY WITH HER MOM?




Hey girl, most likely they would stay with their mother, but that's up to a court to decide. However, if your friend's sister IS being sexually abused, she needs to speak up now and talk to a trusted adult.

xoxo 
Alyssa B.

by harajukulove7579 on 3/10/2011 10:47:57 AM

 
 

Don't worry you're SO not alone! Smile

by kayla9 on 3/9/2011 5:20:22 PM

 
 

Hey girly. It'll get better soon! My parents split when i was in 4th grade. I was sad at first, but then i realized i still get to see both my parents. Just remember, it wasn't your fault, and sometimes its easier on you to talk it out with a friend you feel really comfortable around. maybe a sleepover at her house, rent a couple of chick flicks and get some popcorn. talk it out, you'll feel better in the end. oh and remember, both of your parents still love you!

by nikkiisawesome on 2/21/2011 11:19:56 AM

 
 



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On Tuesday, I got a computer for my bday. The problem is, I hate it. I told my date all the problems I had with it, and he said that Macs had the same ones, but he was lying. Appearantly I have one of the best PCs, so any other PC I would get wouldn't really be good. He won't buy me a Mac, which is what I want. I really don't like my computer, or just PCs in general. I told him this, but he said he would "teach" me how to use it, but I already pretty much know. Is there anyway I can convince him to get me a Mac? Help? Thanks,
Katani.




hey! sorry sounds like he's made up his mind. try being appreciative of the computer you have Smile 
Helen S.

by FashionGurlie on 2/19/2011 4:03:49 PM

 
 

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My mom and my dad are seprated and when i am with my mom it seemes like i don't exsisted sehe is always on her phone texting this guy James she says that they are just friends but i think other wise like one time it was just her and i (my brothers were in the desert) and she talked to him on the phone the whole night and left me to watch the movie by myself i just feel like she is forgetting that i am here and she doesnt really care about my feelings and how it affects me i have tried to make her stop by taking her phone or talking to her about it but she just ignores me and i feel like the only way to talk to her is to text her i just miss my old mom before all this we had a great relationship but now we dont we hardly talk when we are in the car together and when we go shopping i feel like i am alone cause she is texting him again what should i do??? i need some advise




Hey girl, I know it's hard when a parent is dating, but you are def taking some good steps by trying to talk to her. I'd suggest writing a letter to her and getting your feelings on paper. Leave it somewhere she can read it. Tell her in it how her actions make you feel alone and how much it hurts you. Remind her, more or less, that she's taking care of more than just herself: it's important she remember you and take care of you and your siblings too. She just might need a little wake-up call.

xoxo 
Alyssa B.

by lucydog101 on 2/15/2011 9:35:01 PM

 
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