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My dad's unemployed--and wants to hang out 24/7

 
My dad lost his job a while ago. At first, it was nice to have him home, but he’s home A LOT. We get along and everything, but I think he wishes I’d spend more time with him than I do.

 

Dear Stay-at-Home Dad,

I bet your dad wishes her were busier—and getting regular paychecks again. I know this situation is hard on you, but it’s helpful to remember that it’s hard on him, too. You can always say, “Dad, let’s talk later, I have to plow through my homework now,” or, “Dad, when Julia leaves, will you have time to run an errand with me?” In other words, make it gently clear when you are not available.

 

Also, think about what you like to do with your dad. Cook? Run? Watch movies? Shoot hoops? Try to spend your time together in a way that works for you. Finally, there’s no crime in hanging out at friends’ homes now and again.
 
 

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my mom lost her job a couple of months ago(its been a long time)and our car now needs a new engine which cost 3,000 dollars shes a single mom and now the doctors said she isn't really supposed to work because of a brain injury she had. i carpool with my friend but on wednesdays they cant pick or half days or at the beginning of the month so my mom picks me up in a taxi!! it the worst feeling in the world... no one has said anything but do u have any advice to cheer me up when this happens again or something so i wont worry about what people are thinking when im driving away in a taxi... oh. also the taxi driver is one of my moms friends and i have to take one tomorrow so nervous... my cheer coach almost made the squad stop doing a really important dance we do because no one can ever make it well the stars really and im a base so i need to be there but we dont have a way for me to get home.!!!!ugh, i hate my life....

 

Hey! Don't hate your life, when there are so many reasons to love it! Your mom is going through a hard time right now, and she clearly loves you very much and is trying hard to make everything work. When you start to feel embarrassed, try thinking about your mom, and what you can do to help make her life better. I really hope this helps you! Good luck! 


Helen S.

by Monet428 on 1/24/2013 8:01:51 PM

 
 



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I don't know why but my dad really annoys me I'm 15 and whenever
He wants to talk to me I feel like screaming also he never
Says the right thing he annoys me so much I'm not trying to be
Mean but it's the truth sometimes I really can't stand him




Maybe you should listen to him more, or talk to him first so you won't be annoyed if he starts talking to you. You're also a teenager, so getting annoyed by your parents is totally normal! You will get less annoyed as you grow up! 
mailyse f.

by redvelvetluv on 1/14/2013 3:02:45 PM

 
 



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How do you get a guy to notice you without being
Overly flirty? I feel like I'm ready to have a boyfriend
But I'm so shy so whenever I see a cute boy I just put my head
Down and bury my face in my phone please help! Thanks so much

 

hey! just talk to the guy Smile Think about how you talk to your friends and haw it feels easy and natural. If you think of a cute guy as a friend first, you can build the confidence to just chat like you would with anyone. you can do it! good luck! 


Helen S.

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Hey Chica, You are totally right. Telling an adult is the best thing you can do. You want to make sure she can get help so she can get better. xoxo

Hannah H. 




Hannah H.

by halz123 on 1/10/2013 4:04:57 PM

 
 



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Me and my bf have been together for about 7 months and its not going good. the only time we can see each other or talk is at school and when ever i go over to him to talk he just says something like i have some where to go. its really getting on my nerves. ive been trying to break up with him for like a month but every time i try i chicken out or he is really nice and im like how am i supossed to break up with him now?!?!?!?!?!? ive wrote a note to give to him but i dont know if i should give it to him or do it. i just dont have the guts to do it?!?!?!?!!? WHAT DO I DO!?!?!?!?!?!?!!?!?!

 

hey girl! if you're unhappy in a relationship, it's time to go. he may be nice, but he's not the guy for you! have a heart-to-heart with him and tell him you think he's awesome but just not for you. he'll understand and it's possible he feels the same. good luck!

xoxo 


Katie L.

by coolchick1010 on 1/9/2013 4:08:31 PM

 
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