Man stuck in the middle with Sue

Q: I met Sue through my friend Peg, who was trying to set us up. I really liked Sue and was maybe hoping we could go out on a date ‘cause I felt we had pretty good chemistry.

Peg asked her if she liked me in that way, but Sue said she only liked me as a friend, so I dropped the whole thing.

Recently, I met Sherry and we hit it off pretty quickly. However, I still have feelings for Sue. One time, while talking with Sue, I mentioned Sherry.

Sue started to act very jealous, and that is starting to make me wonder. Has Sue liked me all along? If it’s true she doesn’t like me, why is she acting jealous?

Mia: Women can be possessive, even of male friends. They don’t stop being “Mean Girls” after high school, you know. You could try asking Sue out again, but if she’s not interested, ignore her and go for Sherry.

Steve: Competition is healthy. Sue may have gotten interested when she realized Sherry could cause her chance to disappear. Date ‘em both until one of them forces you to choose.

Q: I’m a pretty good-looking woman. I’m blond and in good shape. But I’ve always been unhappy with my breasts. They’re just so small – A cup, to be exact.

I think getting breast implants might really help my self-esteem. Do you think men would like me more with them? Should I do it?

Mia: I once watched an MTV special on breast enhancement. Ewwwwwww. Talk about a bloody, nasty mess. I think you should embrace your small breasts and focus on a body part you really like. Do you have great arms, beautiful shoulders, a hot butt? Show that off and be proud. But I’m not a man. Steve, what do you think?

Steve: I think if you want men to like you because of your breasts, it’s a great idea. If, however, you want men to like you because of who you are, skip the operation and spend the money on one of those island getaway vacations for singles.

Q: My boyfriend and I had an amicable breakup after being together for two years, and we still talk.

Last week his father (who’s divorced) asked me out. I was appalled at the idea and said no and would really like to tell my ex. But I also don’t want to cause him any trouble.

What do you think?

Steve: As tempting as it may be to rat out the dirty old man, I’d keep mum about it if you honestly don’t want to make trouble for your ex. Getting in the middle of family squabbles is usually no-win.

Mia: What a sleazebag. Everyone knows that friends’ and relatives’ exes are off-limits. Maybe you should let it slide this time. But if he hits on you again, I’d blow the whistle.

Q: My wife and I have been married 10 years now and every year the romance and passion grow smaller. I long for the days when we first met and couldn’t stay away from each other. Does everyone go through this? Is there a solution?

Steve: For romance to be perfect, it must either be unrequited or tragic (i.e. Cyrano de Bergerac or Romeo and Juliet.) The consummation of romance is also its death. That doesn’t mean you can’t have fun, however. I suggest a hotel room, a nice dinner and champagne.

Mia: The days you first met, huh? Why not try some role-playing games. Take on new identities, meet in a bar and pretend to be strangers. (You’re a private investigator, she’s a damsel in distress…) Could be like the first pangs of love all over again.