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11flower is right about Paris, as a matter of fact, I'm pretty sure it's like that in most areas of Europe from what I've seen.

Glad to hear things are going well

Well the 2nd one is pretty nice as well, you could always keep that one too.

I wouldn't say using your vibrator once or twice a day makes you an addict, however, you should probably try to keep that number from going any higher...Not because you might get addicted, but because you might become desensitized, which could cause you to have a harder time having an orgasm during intercourse. As for doing it specifically before you go to bed, I've heard quite a few people (both men and women) who find it much easier to fall asleep after orgasm so they frequently masturbate right before going to bed. I don't think your skin being smooth has anything to do with your vibrator, but being radiant and feeling good in general is due to endorphins, which is a hormone manufactured by the body to reduce stress and pain. When you orgasm, your body produces this hormone. In fact, endorphin production can increase 200% from the beginning to the end of a sexual activity. Hope this has helped, ~Tink xxx

Hmmm, on second thought, perhaps you should remove the picture that's a side-profile...Is it really necessary for these ladies to see you from EVERY angle? It gives off the impression that you're trying too hard, whereas replacing it with a picture of you actually doing something (as others suggested) is more natural and appealing.

Hello ROBerta, and welcome to eNotalone. This is certainly a tough situation that you're in. Right now, the only thing you can do is accept your partner's wishes to remain unattached until her father has given his blessing. Afterall, you wouldn't want her marrying you and then regretting it later on. However, her recent turn of behavior (becoming less affectionate) is uncalled for, and you should most definitely let her know that it is bothering you. Explain that just because she has turned down your marriage proposal does not mean she has to distance herself, and that things should be no different than they were initially. I hope that for your sake she sees the light soon and agrees to take your hand in marriage, because as much as she may love her father, she should put her best interests first.

One more thing I forgot to add... Concerning your question "How long do you wait for sex,?" I would have to say that if you really care about a person you will wait for them until they're ready. As long as there is some physical interaction, there is no need for intercouse until both partners are comfortable.

Hehe, the correct spelling is boutonniere. Don't worry, you were close enough! And here's an example of one of those... image removed

I believe what ksk0_0 is referring to is a corsage, a small floral arrangement that a girl can wear around her wrist. I wouldn't suggest making one as that would seem a little cheap, but rather pick one up for your date from your local florist. Here is an example of a corsage to give you an idea: image removed

Here in Canada you do not have a junior prom, just the big prom at the end of your high school years. I'm not sure how different they are from one another, so keep this in mind when you read my answers to your questions. 1) At my prom, there were quite a few people who had come alone or just come with a good friend. As a matter of fact, from what I remember the only couples were those who were a couple BEFORE the prom, although I'm sure there were a few who hooked up for that night alone. 2) A month before sounds a little too last minute, perhaps a month and a half before would be better. I know I started looking for my dress MONTHS before, so had I been looking for a date (I had a boyfriend at the time of my prom) I probably would've wanted it to happen around that time. 3) Eating, dancing, and sociolizing...People losing their heads and having a good time. Generally, that's what happens. 4) I left my prom early, and when I left they hadn't played a single slow song yet. I believe they were only coming towards the very end...They did play a lot of classics though, which was a lot of fun. 5) Usually a few people in your grade will organise after-prom parties, if not, they may go out to a club. 6) I can't think of much else to add...Prom is a formal event, so make sure to dress appropriately! Oh, and don't worry too much about the dancing, guys don't really have to do all that much but move slowly to the beat, it's the girls who have most of the work to do... If all your friends have a date and you don't, so be it, you can mingle. If it happens again that your friends have been asked to dance and you haven't, take the initiative and ask a girl to dance with you. I hope this has helped... ~Tink

I'm with everybody else on this one, it took me months after a bad break-up before I even wanted to consider the male race.

There is just so much false information regarding anal sex out there; in the past it was almost made out to be some sort of crime. It's a shame really, for those who practice it, because they are succeptible to feelings of "dirtiness" when in fact they have done nothing wrong.

What you need to do is become comfortable in your own skin. People can sense insecurities, and there are quite a few people out there who will feed off of your lack of confidence by teasing you or poking fun. As soon as you learn to accept your body the way it is, others will too. When you think about it logically, nobody is perfect. Everybody has some physical flaw they aren't proud of; whether it be pimples, grey hair, or a flabby tummy. Surely, any guy that you will date will have something he isn't proud of, but if you like him, you learn to ignore it. As soon as you begin loving yourself just the way that you are, you'll begin to shine, and this inner glow will attract many members of the opposite sex.

If you're so uncomfortable with your body because of this excess hair, perhaps you should try laser hair removal? I'm assuming it's rather expensive, so waxing is a more cost-efficient idea, although it isn't permanent. It's obvious that if a guy deserves you, he'll look past this minor flaw.

Well are you going to be spending New Year's Eve with her? If yes, kissing her at midnight would be a fun and romantic way of letting her know how you feel, although this may be a bit too blunt for you. If you don't want to risk losing her to another guy, you're going to have to set aside your pride and risk rejection and tell her straight out that you have feelings for her.

Oh god, the numbers keep increasing so rapidly, it's horrible...

I just don't see the point in playing hard to get. I think that if you really like a person, you won't bother with these silly games because there's a good chance it'll just throw them off.

Since I couldn't give you any personal advice on the subject, I decided to look up some information for you. For more pros and cons concerning anal sex, perhaps you should browse the sex and romance forum. As for feeling dirty, you cannot help the way you feel, and right now it seems as though you're rather uncomfortable with the whole situation. I don't think your boyfriend meant to say anything that would cause you to feel pressured into it, so try not to be so hard on him. Personally, I don't think you're ready to have anal sex just yet, given your reaction to him stimulating you with his finger. And there's nothing wrong with that at all, you should only do what you're completely comfortable with. Regarding your general questions on the subject, I hope this helps:

Seems to me like the only thing he's doing is playing games, and his co-workers are aware of it and are helping him play along. It's hard to tell whether or not he's genuinely interested since he backs off for a few days without notice, so perhaps you could suggest the two of you hang out sometime out of the workplace and see how he reacts?

Scout, that's an excellent idea regarding your workplace. As for all you students out there, try to get your schools involved.

Hmm, in a close and loving relationship with one's BABY is more like it. Personally, I wouldn't mind if my husband tried it for the hell of it, but I strongly doubt I would ever get any erotic pleasure out of having my s.o sucking milk out of my breasts like a gigantic newborn. Ugh.

As far as I know, the two of them are not related. I knew a guy who could make himself orgasm within minutes of masturbating, yet during sex he easily lasted two hours.

You're completely right on that one! As for how long it takes in general, from what I gather from personal experience, friends, and members who I have spoken to from eNotalone, waiting time is usually a few weeks, although I've heard of it happening much sooner and much later as well.

Hmm, perhaps it's different in the US, but here in Canada at the age of 14 parents usually don't assert that much important to college. After all, we only begin applying when we're 17 (or in the case of those who started school early like myself, 16) so you're grades in the years before do not have much of an impact on whether or not you are accepted. Obviously, it's always better to pass all of your classes, but it seems like you're doing more than passing. I'm sorry that your father does not praise you enough; I know exactly how that feels. I always felt that even if I got 100%, nothing would ever be good enough for my parents, and it's horrible to feel that you are serving as a disappointment. What you need to do is change your mentality - tell yourself that your grades are for YOU, not your father, and as long as your grades will allow you to achieve your life goals, than you should be completely satisifed. Afterall, it is YOU who will be going off to college, not your father, and YOU who will be choosing your career. Unfortunately, I don't think there is much you could say or do that would change your father's attitude. If you've never speaken to him about it before, than perhaps let him know that a little encouragement or praise would be appreciated every once and awhile. Whatever you do, don't let your father get you down, you're doing a good job.

Well, if you are genuinely unhappy than perhaps the answer for you is divorce. However, I am not suggesting you hop in the sack with the bartender as soon as your marriage has officially been ended, because then you would once again be falling into the trap of going someone for the wrong reasons: Lust instead of love.