Meet Me in Peru

Dear Bitter/Sweet

So, there's a guy I like here at my old church. He's really sweet and nice and I've known him all my life, from the moment I was born. His mother loves me to death, so I've always had a connection with him. The thing is, I moved a long way away from him and I only come during the summer and for Christmas to visit family. He's a couple years older than me, maybe less. He is what you might call a "mamma's boy," but I don't mind it. He's always been like that. My question is:What should I do? Am I just stupid to think that an on/off relationship would work? We're friends, sure, but... everything gets a little gray sometimes. The worst part is, he's leaving for the missions trip to Peru on FRIDAY!!! And my flight is leaving for home the next Monday. I won't see him for 6 months, until Christmastime! My father says if I can arrange it, I can go to Peru next summer with him and the Church. Help me! I'm at a loss! Should I tell him how I feel before Friday?

And how should I tell him if I were to do so?

Thanks so much.


Dear Friend,

Well it looks like time is definitely not on your side here. The reality of your situation is, sometimes we just kind of gravitate towards the unattainable. Not only has he been a lifetime friend, but he's on his way to another country. At this point telling him how you feel could blow up in your face in a major way! It could ruin your friendship, or even throw him off focus before his big trip. Consider his departure a blessing in disguise. Keep in touch with him as much as possible but don't tell him how you feel. When he comes back to stay, if you still feel the same, let him know. There really is no point in starting something now that the two of you can't finish.

Sincerely,
Sweet


Dear Friend,

Don't waste your time and lose a friend! It's not worth it!! If you don't mind SERIOUSLY risking a life-long friendship, sure GO FOR IT! Not a good idea. Good luck..

Sincerely,
BITTER