The Weekend Fling

Hello, I DO exist Monday - Friday.

My sis is pissed, and with good reason. She's in a four-month-old relationship with a dazzling boy, and she's crazy about him. Problem: they're doing the long-distance deal; they're about three hours apart, and see each other only on weekends.

So, come Saturday, they enjoy a romantic rendezvous; but the reason sis is pissed is because during the week, she rarely (if ever) hears from her beau. So un-sexy. Her feeling: if I'm good enough to adore on the weekends, don't I deserve some mid-week contact?

She's not being needy or clingy: this boy is serious about her and has brought up engagement rings and wedding plans! Clearly this is no fling: but his M-F neglect makes my sister feel like she's only interesting in person.

Their reason for weekend cavorting is distance; but it's actually not uncommon for closer couples to drop the ball during the workweek. They designate Friday night through Sunday (usually) for their significant other; but during the week, they're too busy for love. I've talked to women who don't hear from their boyfriends for days at a time.

Is work a legit excuse? I think not. If a man is serious about you, he'll go into all-out pursuit mode. When I met my hubby, he was working TWO - not one - full-time jobs. He barely had time to sleep, let alone court me. So ... he gave up sleeping. I kid you not! The man slept 2-3 hours a night TOPS during our first few months. His priority? Me.

So don't take any excuses from Mr. Perfect, and don't make excuses FOR him. If you aren't NUMERO UNO on his list, suggest he get his priorities straight - or you'll be taking a hike.