EDITOR’S NOTE: This week, The Daily’s Katie J. Parker and Tyler Branson answer questions about spring break’s loose ends. If you would like to submit a question, join our Facebook page, OU Daily Advice.
I really hit it off with this girl during spring break. We’ve been talking on Facebook and I’m thinking of visiting her in New Hampshire. Should I?
Katie: It’s important to remember while you may think you really know someone, you might not. I’d say wait at least two more months and continue to talk to her. If things haven’t fizzled and the criminal background check came back fairly clean, consider it from there.
Tyler: Don’t listen to her, it’s not serious and it never will be. Don’t kid yourself. These things never work out. Especially if “getting to know her” included tequila and a disco-tech. You may expect a romantic airport kiss and a “When Harry Met Sally” reunion, but the actual conversation will be awkward and contrived.
“So, um. Hey. How are you?” “Good.” Silence. Then you’re stuck in New Hampshire.
My advice, take it for what it was and move on. Spring break can never be recreated. She’s probably not as interesting as you remember anyway.
A rumor has been circulating that my boyfriend had “more than just a good time” during his spring break. How should I confront him about this alleged infidelity?
Katie: It’s important in these instances to check your sources before confronting him. However, it’s still something you should talk to him about. Find a time when he isn’t rushed. Remember to be willing to listen to his side, but also be assertive about what information you do know.
Tyler: Well, if everyone knows except you, then he probably did cheat. It usually works out that way. I would say there are two ways to handle the situation. You either have a no-tolerance policy and tell him to get lost, or you forcefully block it from your memory forever. Each mechanism has its benefits. Ultimately though, what were you doing dating a guy who didn’t take you on trips with him anyway? Seems like you’re the loser who fell for the “I need some me time” trick.
-Tyler Branson is an english senior and Katie J. Parker is a journalism senior.
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