Status Makeover By: Rachel Russo

Single

So your status is single.

You are, by definition, not married. Maybe you were married, would love to be married, or wish all the married people you know would stop making you feel as if there’s something wrong with you because you haven’t found “The One”. Maybe you have dates several nights per week but can’t find the quality in the sea of quantity. Maybe there isn’t one stinking guy you met online who could motivate you to change your sweatpants for stilettos. Maybe you never had a “real” relationship. Maybe you have a “psycho ex girlfriend”—who you still have sex with. Maybe your heart is broken or maybe your friend with benefits prevented you from ever opening your heart. Have a Hot Question?

Dating / In a Relationship

Ah, yes, the two of you…

are dating and may have even defined yourself as an exclusive couple. You are “In a Relationship” on Facebook too. (Or, okay, you want to be!) Why can’t he commit? You went from seeing each other casually to seeing each other every weekend and on some weeknights too. Maybe you’ve met each others friends and families. Maybe you are wondering why she won’t introduce you to anyone besides her postman. Maybe you are dying to spend time with him—sans his beer-guzzling college buddies who make you question his notion of fidelity. Is it that hard to transition from casual dating to a serious relationship these days? Maybe you just need space. Maybe she’d give you space if you’d pick up the phone. How on earth do you get this man to stop texting? Have a Hot Question?

Almost Married

The banner says…

“Just Married”, but you are not a newlywed. Maybe you went ring shopping and picked out china patterns. You are almost there….if only he would propose! Maybe there are telltale signs he will pop the question, or maybe he never will. Maybe things seem great, but is this “it”? Correction: Maybe they were great until you moved in together. Or maybe you don’t believe in cohabitation until he puts a ring on it. Should you even get married when you are still fighting about who didn’t do the dishes? Why can’t he just do the dishes? And why won’t she shut up about that biological clock? Kids: To have or not to have? Is that the real question? Maybe you’ll have a better idea of long term compatibility after you meet the parents. Maybe they won’t approve. Maybe you will have to learn to deal with the cultural differences. Will they expect you to convert to Judaism? Have a Hot Question?