Dear Dee:
I like this boy. He is really cute. I want to go out with him. But he's one of my best friends and he likes someone else. We hang out all the time and stuff, and I've even asked him who he likes (it was some other girl who's really annoying). But people will also laugh at me because they think he is gross.
OK. So look ... if you like this guy and you really want to date him, you're just going to have to get over the fact some people are gonna laugh, be opposed to it and will more than likely make fun of you. And don't let it bother you. What they think is trivial at best and in reality extremely unimportant. If you're happy, then go for it!
You already have the groundwork here, since you're friends and you said you have a lot in common. So now figure out whether or not you're willing to compromise that friendship by dating. Because more often than not, friendships are never the same if the dating thing doesn't work out. Are you willing to take that chance?
The fact he says he likes another girl is ... an obstacle, but it can be overcome. Be there for him. If he asks this girl out and she says no, be that shoulder he can cry on and the ear he needs to listen. If they do go out, then do your best to be there, too (even though it will be considerably harder).
There may come a time when you just know it's the right time to tell him ... and then you just do it! Don't be afraid to take the chance.
And hey, thank you very much for giving ME a second chance. Each and every reader means a lot to me ... and I really appreciate you stickin' with me here.
They Think He's Gross, But I Like Him
Take Him Back? Just Facts, Please
Dear Dee:
I broke up with this guy I really liked because people kept messaging me on Facebook. I am really confused because I still really like him but I don't know if I can trust him. Should I take him back? 
Sorry. I had to edit your question and there were a few parts I didn't understand because thoughts weren't finished ... Like you didn't say what he was messaging you on Facebook that annoyed you so much you broke up with him ... so I will do my best here.
It wouldn't be unheard of for you to get back together with him if you still like him and he still likes you. But what's important here is that you make sure what happened before won't happen again. Were people messaging you he was cheating? Or that he was a jerk? Think about why you broke up before and consider whether or not you can deal with it.
I wish I could be a little more specific in my advice. But since I don't know the reason you broke up or whatever, it's difficult. Just be smart. Don't do anything you're not sure. If you're confused, DON'T DO IT. Wait until your head clears a bit and then decide. OK?
Hope this helps.
Unappreciative of Appreciation
Dear Dee:
I have this best friend, more like sisters because we're so close. But every once in awhile I feel like she doesn't appreciate me. She tells me she does, but I get this weird vibe inside she really doesn't. What should I do?
Unless she's given you a definite reason not to believe her, then just believe her!
Friends don't need to constantly tell each other they appreciate one another. It's kind of a given with friends. So take her at her word unless she gives you reasons not to believe her. Be a great friend and enjoy her company.
Don't borrow trouble! Believe me, there's enough of that to be found in other situations!
I'm Not Popular & It's Killing Me
Dear Dee:
I'm a 14-year-old boy, a freshman in high school and I'm not popular, and it's killing me. I can't impress any of the popular girls, I can't even look at the girl I like without getting a sign of her not noticing me.
I can't say anything around the popular guys without getting made fun of, and I can't be accepted by the cool crowd. Please advise.
Your biggest problem isn't the fact you can't get noticed by the populars or this girl you like -- it's that you are trying so hard to get noticed and accepted by this group.
I know you've heard the expression, 'you're trying too hard' ... and dude, you totally are. Lighten up a bit and stop caring about acceptance so much.
You have to be happy with yourself and who you are before you can expect anyone else to accept you and acknowledge you. And the fact this group isn't letting you 'in' shouldn't define who you are and it most definitely shouldn't have a bearing on your happiness. Because if you let it, you will most definitely never be happy. And that's just sad.
Stand up straight, be yourself and better yet, LIKE YOURSELF. Like yourself for who you are, the friends you have and the person you will become. Be proud of it. And don't let a group of popular kids, who you probably won't even recognize at your 10-year high school reunion, run your life. Take control and do it now before you ruin your high school years.
I don't know if you changing your outlook the way I've described will make your dream girl fall for you. And I don't know if it will cause the populars to let you in or get the guys to stop laughing at you. But I can guarantee it will change your life and outlook. And to me, that's what matters.
BFF's Got a Boyfriend & Is Ignoring Me
Dear Dee:
One of my best friends recently got a boyfriend. I don't know if I'm jealous, but I am kind of mad. I might be mad just because she doesn't really hang out with me and her "old" friends anymore. What can I do to get over this?
Some would say get a boyfriend of your own ... but actually, I don't like to tell people to find another person to fix their issues. So, before you run out and find a guy, let's work on YOU.
It most definitely is hard to go from spending tons of time with your BFF to spending literally ZERO when they find a boyfriend. But this pretty much always happens. (Hey, it even happened to Hannah Montana and Lilly ...yep. I watch Disney Channel.). So, whenever your friend's schedule allows, try to spend time with her. And don't be afraid to tell her she's ignoring you. It's actually OK to let her know you're hurt she's not paying attention to you. If she's really a great friend, which I imagine she is, she'll be cool about it (As long as you don't accuse her and approach her nicely ...).
Also, it might be cool to just ride this out, too. Most relationships start out where the couple spend all their time together then it kinda wears off ... or they break up. I always like to say boyfriends come and go and but awesome BFFs stay around pretty much forever.
