by Meg on February 15, 2012
We all know how much breaking up sucks. Rejection is devastating no matter which side of it you’re on. But, initiating it seems to be what really throws people into a frenzy. Hence the ridiculous lies we tell each other in order to slither out of a relationship…gracefully. Below are some of the most common break up fibs. If you’ve heard them, or spoke them out of your mouth, please share!
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by Meg on February 15, 2012
Meg:
I’m a 38-year-old man who’s been dating a great woman for a few months. We have so a lot in common and have been spending a ton of time together. I met her kids and really like them. This just shows how much I’m into her. My dilemma is about sex. We haven’t had it yet, but it’s came close. So what’s the deal? I have herpes. I’m humiliated to tell her and I’m worried I’ll lose her. I know I have to tell her because I don’t want to put her at risk and I want to have an honest relationship.
-Stuck
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by Meg on February 10, 2012
This morning I woke up to a lovely surprise. A friend left a homemade bracelet on my porch. Gestures like that just make the sun shine a little brighter, you know? So, now I’m rocking a fab bracelet and silly smile. My new jewels got me thinking – about romance and the fine line that lies between sweet and syrupy overkill. Well, that and the fact that Valentine’s Day is less than a week away. This “holiday” is quite tricky, for both genders, but I think especially for the guys. Let’s admit it ladies, we – along with Lifetime TV – give mixed signals. Let me help. Below are five romantic gestures that will go unappreciated.
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by Meg on February 7, 2012
Ask Meg is a new series in which a reader/customer writes in to our love expert, Meg, with a relationship/sex question. Kind of like Dear Abby, but with more sex talk! Meg has her master’s degree in clinical psychology, works as a crisis counselor and has over 15 years of experience in behavioral health, specializing in relationships and sex. Fun facts about Meg: She once worked as a counselor in a men’s prison, judges people by their astrological sign, is addicted to exercise, and would give up a body part in exchange for a martini (shockingly, not dirty.) Okay, enough. Here’s our very first question:
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by Laura on February 6, 2012
The best thing about working at Fascinations during Valentine’s Day is seeing all the cute couples come in together, or separately, to get that special something for each other. While you can find hundreds of great gifts at Fascinations every day, if you have a Valentine’s theme in mind, you’re probably thinking about a plethora of hearts. Here are a few heart-themed gifts that are sure to show your partner that you love them, and then help you express that love in the bedroom.
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by Meg on February 3, 2012
There’s nothing wrong with being single, but come on, let’s face it, with Valentine’s Day right around the corner, being part of a couple is nice. Sometimes we’re alone because we actually want to be. Other times, however, it’s because dating freaks us the hell out, so we hide in our singledom like the Sock Monster hides in the dryer. Nothing wrong with hiding out for a little while, but it becomes a problem when you lose yourself in a bowl of cookie dough and cat hair. Check out the signs of being single too long, below. [click to continue…]