Spouse struggles to share husband's losses
Dear Unsure: This guy may be a major workplace player. Know this and anticipate the professional fallout before diving into a relationship with him. And then act accordingly.
If the relationship progresses, girl-code dictates that you should politely give this guy's ex, who is also your friend, a heads up.
You could say, "I know it's awkward, but Brad and I have been talking, and I hope you're OK if we start seeing each other."
Dear Amy: I'm responding to the question from "Grunged," who was grossed-out by his disgusting roommates.
I lived in a group house and our landlady handled this by hiring a cleaner and charging each tenant equally.
-- No Longer Grungy
Dear Grungy: This is a great solution, although of course I don't envy the cleaner who would have to deal with this house full of grungies.
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