CRUSH IS MOVING AWAY

Dear Jellybean,

I've been talking to this kid and we're really starting to get into each other. He knows how much I like him and 2 days ago, we had our first kiss. I had the most simple, but romantic night of my life the other night. The only problem is we can't go out. Like, it can't be official because he's moving all the way to Florida in June. I know that's months away, but I guess he doesn't want it to get serious I guess. I don't what to do because I'd do anything to be with him.
-Young & Confused

Dear Young & Confused,

You have a couple of choices here. You can date him, in a casual "just for now" kind of way, knowing that he's moving away, and enjoy the experience of being with him while he's still around. You can decide to be friends with him, and not have any more romantic nights, to protect your heart from getting broken when he moves away. Or, you can thank him for the most romantic night of your life, and tell him you feel it's time to part ways, because you need to get over him (since he'll be leaving) and get interested in someone new.

It's a tough choice... it's about deciding between protecting your heart, or allowing yourself to experience romance, even it you know it will be bittersweet because the end is predetermined. I can't really make the choice for you - it's up to you to decide what you can handle.

If you do decide to date him, do keep it casual, and keep your eyes open for other guys. Don't give your heart to him exclusively, since he has decided not to give his away. And don't give up too much physically either - because if you do, your regret and pain when he leaves will be doubled, at least.

If you decide to be friends, you can enjoy his company, but not be as upset when he goes, although losing a good friend isn't much fun either. You'll have to figure out if it's harder to be around him and not kiss, than to risk later heartbreak, or not hang around him at all. This is a tough one - good luck with your choice - and sorry I couldn't give you a more definite answer.

Look into your heart, and go with your instincts on this one. And remember, you can always change yor mind later.