Is my best friend growing apart from me, or is she throwing herself headlong into a seriously unhealthy relationship?
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 23, 2008 -
12 answers
A friend of mine is coming in from a couple hours away (each way) for the night (halloween party), and money is tight on her end. I would go pick her up myself, but have to work late into the afternoon and wouldn't have time to drive up and back twice between today and tomorrow. I want to give her the money for gas (I am in a much better position financially), since I know this is a big expense for her and she is saving me the trip, but she is very independent and does not want me reimbursing her.
How can I get her to accept it without making damaging her ego or seeming like this is out of pity?
posted by pennstatephil
on Oct 31, 2008 -
21 answers
We were daily buddies at work for two years - she has a boyfriend and I'm married - but we cracked each other up and "fought the man" together. There were rules, and if I pushed them she reminded me, sometimes harshly but still there was genuine mutual
platonic affection. About a month after me getting laid off she won't talk to me anymore. It's really bothering me because I don't know why... advice??
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posted by Barrows
on Oct 30, 2008 -
27 answers
I found out why a friend cut off contact with me. More details below. Can this friendship be saved?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 24, 2008 -
29 answers
Does "Hoes before bros" apply if the "Ho" is married?
My married friend intruduced me to another single friend of hers and we hit it off. Married friend wants me not to go for the guy 'cos SHE has feelings for him. I say I can go for him 'cos she is married and all I want is to make out with him and see where it goes.
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posted by ShadePlant
on Oct 13, 2008 -
46 answers
Social stratification is braking my heart . Can any of you out there, help me translate this situation and maybe give me some guidance as to how to go forward?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 16, 2008 -
14 answers
I had a shitty birthday today that seemed to confirm all my suspicions about my friendships, and my life in general, and now I'm not sure how to rebound.
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posted by Ash3000
on Aug 10, 2008 -
68 answers
How to assist a friend in need? A very smart, kind-hearted person whose life has deteriorated due to alcohol, and I think, depression. Living alone out in the countryside where there is no access to any type of mass transit, and just had their car re-possessed.
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 27, 2008 -
10 answers
What are some activities to do with an injured friend who needs to get out of the house?
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posted by handabear
on Jun 30, 2008 -
8 answers
My friend from childhood - who I haven't really kept up with much even though we live in the same neighborhood - woke up one morning to discover his wife of less than 3 years was unconscious. She is in a coma and it's not clear if she'll ever wake up. They have one kid. How do I offer my support?
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posted by seatofmypants
on Jun 22, 2008 -
20 answers
This question is for my friend. He's looking to buy a more fuel efficient car (he gets 10-12 mpg from his Suburban—wants more like 20-25). He is looking at Volvo cars, specifically the 2000-2002 S60's, S70's, and C70's. Evidently the convertible models from the early 2000's weren't that safe. Looking to spend $11 grand or less. What information do you have about these Volvo models? What should he look out for? Are their similar convertibles to the C70 with similar MPG and better safety/maintenance records?
posted by Korou
on Jun 7, 2008 -
7 answers
Relationship filter: My best friend, who was my first boyfriend, is dating a woman who doesn't like me, and the antipathy is mutual. From weekly phone calls, we now talk less than once a month. Should I keep pushing to keep the friendship, or stop trying to stay friends?
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posted by arnicae
on May 6, 2008 -
29 answers
Friends are canceling a long-awaited vacation because one of them is ill again. She's been sick, on and off, for several years and both were looking forward to a respite in Hawaii, where until 2005 they traveled 2x a year. What can I do to show my love and support?
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posted by stewiethegreat
on Apr 29, 2008 -
11 answers
Unique gift ideas for surprise birthday/care package for female friend in the UK for under $50 (not including shipping)?
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posted by swiffa
on Apr 10, 2008 -
3 answers
Imaginary friends - my daughter has a "bad monkey" she's recently developed. Now the monkey appears in her nightmares, causing "terror dreams" where she looks awake but clearly isn't. [mi]
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posted by dabitch
on Mar 15, 2008 -
18 answers
What's a good gift for a friend I don't know that well but is doing me a huge favor by acting as my guarantor for a student visa?
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posted by yellowlightman
on Mar 6, 2008 -
8 answers
I've been lying about parts of my life to my close friends. I want to come clean, but I'm scared.
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posted by stedman15
on Feb 13, 2008 -
44 answers
I'm worried that my male friend might be in some sort of abusive relationship. He's my best friend and seems to have been in a "spend all time with new GF and not call or visit friends" mode for 3 months, and we are all far past the teenage years.
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 22, 2008 -
16 answers
My best friend has a host of medical complaints (cystitis, a recent herniated disc, upcoming spinal surgery) and I don't know how to help her.What did you need from your friends? Was there a book or movie that helped you feel less alone/less afraid?
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posted by The Clink
on Dec 30, 2007 -
15 answers
My best friend and I are sake (rice wine) lovers. Not lovers, because he's a guy. And ugly. But he's a great guy and I'd like to buy him some top quality traditional sake and a set of cups and bottle.
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posted by simplesharps
on Dec 6, 2007 -
10 answers
I really like this girl, but I'm not sure if she likes me. Should I play it cool or forge full speed ahead?
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 29, 2007 -
45 answers
wit whim and whimsy filter: over the last 9-ish years or so... i have established a tradition of bringing a bag of maltesers http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maltesers to my darling friend every time we go to the movies. no idea how it started... but it's a tradition.
now she has cancer. it's terminal. it's pancreatic. and she can't have maltesers any more.
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posted by taff
on Nov 10, 2007 -
22 answers
I believe my friend is gay and in denial. I'm openly gay. How can I keep his cognitive dissonance from causing him to drop me?
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 6, 2007 -
42 answers
How do I politely and kindly dissuade a dear friend from trying to get me involved in various MLM schemes without offending her or hurting her feelings?
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posted by biscotti
on Nov 5, 2007 -
24 answers
A longtime friend with whom I'd been in near-daily contact (via phone calls, emails, online chats - she's out of state) for ages now has suddenly become incredibly scarce. Nowadays we talk maybe once every week or so, and then only for an hour or so at most. I don't know what to do or say without being clingy, and given that she MAY also be clinically depressed, I'm afraid of saying anything that'll make things worse for her.
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 20, 2007 -
15 answers
Asking for a friend: Facebook - is it possible to block friends (ie., not see their contributions) without them knowing about it?
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posted by porpoise
on Aug 30, 2007 -
33 answers
Dueling birthday parties: boyfriend and best friend, both on Wednesday night. Help me decide what to do!
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posted by rmless
on Aug 13, 2007 -
37 answers
A friend has a next door neighbor who he really connected with when they first met - just a chance meeting when they were both outside. The problem is the next time they'll meet is uncertain. Help me plot MetaFilter...
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posted by matkline
on Aug 13, 2007 -
21 answers
I have a (self-described) Republican, Bush-loving friend whom I've known for about 13 years now, who's willingly signed up for the Marines and
wants to be stationed in Iraq. He leaves for basic training next weekend.
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posted by revmitcz
on Aug 1, 2007 -
45 answers
