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As Neal said, good relationships are based off friendships. If you're good friends with the girl, ask her out. Odds are she'll either say yes *And you can be happy* or she'll say no, but say it was sweet of you and continue being friends *Which means nothing really changes*. Simply ask yourself this.. Are you happy with just being friends, or do you want to be more? And would you regret it if you passed up a chance to have something wonderful? Good luck with whatever you do. =) Support Leader, ~…

I'm in the same situation you are. Being homeschooled does make finding a boyfriend/girlfriend much harder. The best thing to do is get out more *Like you already have been* and try and talk to some people. Depending on what your interests are, you can choose where to look for someone. If you enjoy reading and want to find someone else who also likes reading, hang out at the library and strike up a conversation with someone. If you enjoy movies, go to the movie theater, and afterwards, if you se…

You should talk to your mother. I know you have before, but have you ever explained to her how you feel, like you've explained to us? Also, make sure you're calm when you talk to her *Which it seems like you've been so far.* Maybe you could talk to your dad and have him talk to your mom with you. It's always better to have some backup. In the end, it is your parents choice, and you may have to just wait until you're 18. But let's hope that with the right words, you can convince your mom to let y…

As others have said, you should talk to your boyfriend about the way you feel, and talk to your friend. It really is natural for guys to "look." Remember that he's your boyfriend and to have a good relationship, you need to trust. Talk to him and trust him. Support Leader, ~James

Your father is being abusive, and it's something you really shouldn't have to deal with. You've tried talking to your mother and she just doesn't have the willpower to deal with it, either. So now the best thing to do is talk to a teacher at school. Explain your situation and they can get you the help you need. You can also call the local authorities if you do not feel comfortable talking to someone at school, or you can call one of the numbers on this list. If you have any questions or just wan…

Yeah, it definitely sounds like she likes you. Just keep doing what you've been! You don't seem to have any problems at all in this situation. Just make sure not to keep her waiting too long, and ask her out sometime soon. Keep it up. You two will make an adorable couple. =) Support Leader, ~James

I would just be honest. You'll find that being honest is better than lying to get out of certain situations, especially when it comes to friends. I had lied to my friends, saying that I couldn't leave because my parents weren't home. They decided to stop by anyways and guess what? My parents answered the door. xD Just tell your friends that you have homework that you need to do. Tell them that you're sorry that you aren't going, and maybe try and reschedule it for some other time. Support Leader…

So you're worried she's becoming too distant, even though that's kind of her personality? Completely understandable. I say you should try and talk to her about it some more. Express your concerns. If she doesn't know what you think, how is she suppose to know how to act back? Communication is extremely important. Also, you may want to talk to her about alternatives as signs of affection. You don't have to really hug, kiss, or even say "I love you" while at school. Do other things, if it's import…

Talking on the phone may be awkward when you don't know what to talk about. But sometimes, you don't need to say anything. Especially when you're talking to someone you love. Try doing things while you're on the phone. Discuss what you're doing, or what you're thinking about. It's just like talking face to face, except without seeing someone. If it's not seeing the person that's the problem, maybe close your eyes and imagine the person talking to you? Talking on the phone isn't a necessity, so y…

Flirting is generally a way to pick up potential boyfriends/girlfriends. So if that's the case, I don't think it would be acceptable, because you're leading people on. However, if it's a playful flirt where the parties involved know that you aren't being serious, I don't think there's a problem. As others said, talk to your boyfriend about it. If you're both fine with it, and everyone understands, it's no biggy. Support Leader, ~James

Kat's right. People tend to pick the bad things about themselves while overlooking the good qualities. Find the good qualities about yourself and make them show more. Also, if you have a problem with something about yourself, change it. That's the wonderful thing about life, you can change things if you work hard enough. Hair is a simple fix. If you don't like the color, dye it. Dyes aren't too expensive. Just buy the color you want and follow the instructions. The last thing is don't be so hard…

Bebop is kind of right. You should talk to his mom. I wouldn't be offensive about it, but definitely stand your ground. Tell her that you realize she's been acting strange, and that it's really unjustified. Explain that you don't have any sexual intentions and that you just want to have a normal relationship with your boyfriend. I would also recommend that you have your boyfriend there, too, so he can help and support you. That way your mom can see you both working together and being mature abou…

Hey Sarah, I'm sorry you're in a bit of a slum right now. It's surely tough for you, but suicide isn't the right answer. As Cat said, it's a permanant solution that cannot be un-done. Things can and will get better, so don't give up. I would definitely try and find some help. There are plenty of hotlines to call that can give you food, shelter, and help for rehab. Then you can get back on your feet and eventually go back to your friend. Stick through it, you can do it. =) Support Leader, ~James

It does sound like she might have a crush on you. It could also be that she doesn't know how to act around you since you two haven't talked in such a long time. As Jasmine said, make a bigger effort to hang out with her more. Talk to her. MSN, AIM, Yahoo, Myspace, those are all good on the internet. There's also phones though. So try different ways to communicate. After you hang out with her for a bit more, see if she's still acting strange. If that's the case, tell her about your feelings. Tell…

Luis is right. She may very well be jealous. And if that's the case, you need to talk to her. Explain your feelings. You love her brother, and you love her as a friend. You want to be friends with her still. Make sure you aren't shunning her, because that may be what she's feeling. She feels that her brother has taken you from her. In the end, if your friend doesn't listen, you'll need to decide if your boyfriend or your best friend are more important to you. But let's hope talking to your frien…

You can tell your friend the truth, and if they don't believe you, there isn't much more you can do. Just stand by your friend and if they do get hurt, be there for them. I would, however, recommend you talk to your friend about trusting you. Is there any reason for them not to trust you? Like a past experience? If there isn't, then try and talk to your friend. Good luck. =) Support Leader, ~James

This is definitely a complicated issue.. I'm not going to doubt that you may love her, but are you sure it's the type of love a boyfriend/girlfriend would have, or more sibling like? Also, even if you do love her now, she still has puberty to go through. She may change drastically. She may not be the same person as she was before after puberty, you know? I say you should rethink your feelings towards her. If you continue to feel that she is someone you love, and more than just the sibling like l…

It's disturbing, cruel, and ILLEGAL In the Unitced States and most other countries.

Usually it will hurt the first few times, and possibly bleed. Especially if it's a long time inbetween when you have sex. Just make sure to have plenty of foreplay and make sure she's relaxed. As Katy said, lube may be useful. Have fun and enjoy yourselves! =) Support Leader, ~James

There is no "right" or "wrong", really. They're just point of views. Personally, I wouldn't have a friend with benifits. I think that if you're going to be doing these "benifits" *specifically sex*, it should be with someone you love and are going to marry, or have already married. But that's just my opinion, mainly due to how I was raised/my religion/my morals. Support Leader, ~James