The Guidance Guy Advice Column

Dear Guidance Guy,

I have two best friends. All three of us are best friends. I am a girl and they are guys. Derek and I like each other and Frankie knows it. My classmates tell meFrankie likes me but I have had a crush on Derek for like six months; same with him. We haven't got together because we thought Frankie would feel, you know, left out.

I don't know what to do! Should Derek and I go to the movies? What should I do about Frankie?

Between Two Worlds

P.S. My friend likes a teacher and is woried it will affect her learning, what should she do?

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Dear Between,

If Frankie already knows you like Derek, it won't surprise him to see the two of you try going on a date. Going to the movies isn't exactly getting engaged, so if things don't work out, it shouldn't be too big a deal. Frankie gets to decide how he wants to deal with this. One thing you can do though is to go somewhere alone with Frankie - just as friends. This way he won't feel so left out.

As for your friend liking a teacher, tell her to write me. I'll be happy to answer her.

Thanks for your letter,
The Guidance Guy