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    jessicam
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    I am having a dating dilemma and was wondering if you could give me some advice on what to do:

    Recently I changed to a healthy lifestyle that includes eating right and exercising. I’ve lost 22 lbs since Dec. 31st. I recently started dating this guy after not having dated anyone for about 4 years. I used my weight as an excuse not to date because I thought no one would want me. I realize that I am a pretty amazing chick with a lot to offer someone now. Anyhow, so to get back to it I started to date this new guy and things have been going exceptionally well. We connect on so many levels and just share a lot of common interests. He is a really great guy and after all the assholes I have encountered up to now, its refreshing to have a nice guy. We went to his apartment to hang out and while we were watching a movie I noticed that he had a couple of roaches in his apartment. I didn’t know how to react, and I was waiting to see if he would, but he didn’t. I’d like to say that he doesn’t seem like a dirty person at all. His apartment is rather small and not in the best area. How do I approach this issue with him without hurting his feelings? I don’t have a whole lot of dating experience so this is difficult for me. I really like this guy, but I don’t want to have to worry about a roach crawling on me while we are at his place, and especially if we are having sex. It would be a mood killer… Could this be a dealbreaker? Secondary question… so far the sex with him isn’t that great, but I really want things to work out with him. It’s been a while for me too so I don’t know if we just need a bit more practice for it to get better. We definetely connect on all other levels. Should I give that more time as well?

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    First of all, congratulations on the weight loss and healthy lifestyle! That’s great news for you. 😀 And it’s great to hear you’re dating. The best way to approach his roach-y apartment is with a sense of humor. Gift wrap a can of Raid and a coupon for an exterminator, and then tell him how crazy you are about him, but not his “pets” and then give him the “gifts”. Nobody should have to contemplate sex in an apartment with roaches — let alone a snack in front of the television. While insects are part of life in many places around the world, so, too are exterminators and insect killer — and daily, weekly or monthly housekeepers to make sure the place is clean. You can balance charming him with asking him to take care of his roach problems, and until he does, don’t stay there. Again, keep this problem in balance — it is NOT a deal breaker, but it is something he needs to take care of — no matter who he’s with! 😉

    As for sex, it’s a process and a creative and romantic journey and sex usually gets better with time as both people learn about each other, themselves, and what pleases them. Again, your sense of humor and patience will be better tools in the bedroom than anything that comes with batteries! So, no, this is not a deal breaker from what you’ve written, it’s just an early step in a new relationship for someone who hasn’t dated in four years, but is now back in the game. 😀

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