Is it puppy love or is it the real thing?
Dear Annie: My Laura is the light of my life. Its been more than a year since we found each other, but my whole body still shakes with anticipation every time I see her. Recently, though, I cant help but feel a growing tension between us. This is my first real romantic relationship, and I know I have a lot to learn, but Laura can be so critical of me. Like, she tells me I use my tongue too much when we kiss. And the other night, when I was just trying to cuddle, she insisted I go sleep on the couch instead. As soon as she gets back from work, I cant stop talking to her. I find myself following her around the house. I know she likes to have a second to unwind in silence. But Im just so excited to see her I always forget! The other day, she went so far as to hold my mouth shut. Then she said, Honey, shut up. It made me feel so small. I dont want to push my love away with my enthusiasm. But I also cant help but be myself. Admittedly, Im young and inexperienced. So maybe Im too eager. But I just cant hide the way I feel. And I guess Im afraid that Laura is turned off by my puppy love. Please, help me.