| I can honestly say that
I have had this problem MANY, MANY times with my boyfriend. This is also a question
I've continually asked myself. There
isn't a set amount of time that a couple should spend. I think that as long as
both partners are happy the way things are, then it is a healthy relationship.
Anyway, obviously you
aren't happy. Now you say that you only get 3 days a week? You didn't say if they
were set days —but I know what worked for me, Saturdays were for quality
time and Sundays were for hanging out with our own friends. Basically,
you should take some time and have a serious talk about what's bothering you.
Let him know - without yelling - that you feel you deserve more quality time.
He should be able to compromise.
You also said that he hasn't been in a serious relationship in quite awhile and
wasn't used to the responsibilities - well girlfriend - what do you call going
out for a year and a half?!?
I think he is making some
excuses, and my number one rule has always been to MAKE YOURSELF HAPPY FIRST!!!
Let him know how you feel. If things don't change, and it still really bothers
you, I think you have to examine if this is the guy you want. Is he really worth
holding on to? On the
other hand, if you choose to stay with him, and things don't get better, take
those days that you aren't together and do stuff that you want to do. Like take
dance classes, go jogging anything that your heart desires. Just
because he has things to do on the weekend doesn't mean that you also can't take
advantage of your free time. Mel | 
