Dear Margo: I have been dating a great guy for a year-and-a-half. He recently bought an old yacht and now spends every weekend and holiday repairing it. While I understand he has always wanted one, and he insists this is no midlife crisis he is 40, never married , it seems a bit excessive and obsessive.
We had words yesterday, and he pretty much told me that this is what he wants and I could take it or leave it. I am unsure what to do. Unless you are able to talk this out with him to your satisfaction, I think you would be wise to let him look for another first mate.
This whole deal sounds like the floating version of a souped-up motorcycle, which is often a midlife situation, or at the very least a self-centered choice. I am married to a sailor, but it is way down on the list of things he values. My guess is that you will wind up inviting Popeye to find himself a sailorette. Dear Margo: I have started a relationship with the most amazing guy. I met him at my university and this is also my first relationship with someone of the same gender.
We always have a great time, and our personalities mesh really well. When I tell my friends about him, I am embarrassed to say how we met, since it was through an online ad for no-strings-attached sex.
But even our first night together ended up being more than just sex. Is there a way I can describe how we met and still be able to avoid the criticism and disgust that so many of my friends would have? All letters must be sent via e-mail to dearmargo creators. Due to a high volume of e-mail, not all letters will be answered.
