
You have some serious feelings that are only continuing to grow for a man you’ve been on a few dates with. But every time things seem to heat up, he backs off. He's an amazing guy, and you really want things to work out, but you’re afraid he may not be feeling the same thing you are and it seems too early to bring up
status issues.

As a relationship progresses, it’s likely that there will eventually come a time when you’re with your boyfriend more than you’re apart from him. And even though you might love spending time with your
single friends, it’s sometimes easier to hang out with other couples — you get your girl time while simultaneously hanging with your boyfriend, who’s also totally entertained.
Though it’s important to spend time with all your friends regardless of their
relationship status, tell me ladies, when
you’re taken, do you prefer spending time with other couples?

I often hear woman complain that all their friends are either married or in relationships, insinuating that being single makes them inadequate. But ones relationship status is a funny thing because my married friends constantly tell me that they're living vicariously through me, yet so many single woman are envious of those who are settled down and off the market. Obviously this is all subject to opinion but just for fun, where do your friends fall in the relationship department?

I have definitely warded off an approaching jerk by mentioning a fictional boyfriend. But that’s about the only time I’ll blatantly lie about my relationship status. One of my friends always lies to her grandparents and tells them she’s dating when she’s not to avoid their constant pressure.

Dear Sugar,
I met this great guy a month ago and he is truly wonderful. We had our first kiss on Valentine's Day (yeah, I know, kind of cliche but I don't care!) and ever since we have been going out on dates. We hold hands, hug, kiss, hook up, but we haven't yet had sex.

Dear Sugar,
I have been dating this guy for about a month and I really like him. He's smart, cute, funny, attentive — the whole package. The only problem is that I'm not exactly sure where we stand.