Exactly, it's not just about showing that Joffrey is a sadist with no redeeming qualities - it also is about setting up tension between Tyrion and him, a tension that becomes important later in the story.

I see what you're saying, but the way I saw it was that Joffrey was thwarted in his treatment of Sansa by Tyrion, so when he figured out Roz and co. were sent by Tyrion, he decided to show his uncle exactly what he is capable of (and that is why he told Roz that she would bring her companion to Tyrion after she had…

He's her cousin. She does love her family, it seems. Also, as saltpetra mentioned, Lancel was involved in Robert's death, at Cersei's behest.

Looks like the first guy's competitive nature kicked in and he decided he wants to be more than just a fuck buddy. The question is, do you want to date him? Are you ok with potentially losing him as a fuck buddy if you start dating him but it doesn't turn out well? On the other hand, people have started long-term…

I.just.can't.even.

I never understood why they insisted on celibacy. Eastern Orthodoxy, which goes back as far as Catholicism, allows priests to get married (so long as they marry before they take their vows), although they are not then able to move up the hierarchy and become bishops, archbishops, or patriarchs. Still, they have the…

Good plan. By the way, are you a Harvard woman? We referred to our living rooms as "common rooms".

I wouldn't get involved with him while he is with her. I will tell you that something similar happened to me, and it did not end well. He eventually broke up with the girlfriend, but ultimately it just wasn't worth all the heartache. I'm with the man of my life now and happier than I've ever been. If you really think…

I know, I know - but clearly this is not a new phenomenon!

It is totally possible - I routinely used to write 10-15 page papers in all-night marathons and get very good grades. That said, you *must not* procrastinate.

Firstly, I am so very sorry for your loss. I lost my father several months ago, so I empathize. My advice is to go to your dean and explain the situation - they will surely grant you the necessary extensions.

I think Ronaldo is the prettiest pretty-boy who ever lived and, despite the fact that he is a rather fine physical specimen, wouldn't touch him with a ten-foot pole. However, he plays beautifully.

She sounds ridiculously immature and bratty. Since you can't get out of this, you're gonna have to suck it up and go, but if I were you, the next time the bf asks, I'd politely tell him you'd love to help, but can't (after all, this isn't really his fault). Then I'd go off the grid on her ass and if she asks you what…

You ever heard of Kate and Petruchio? ;)

Thanks - I have my good days and bad days, but having my fiance to support me has definitely been a God-send.

Ha! Well, they were definitely off their game today (I didn't see the game with Chelsea, but heard that it was much the same, with Barca being unable to finish). Just when it looked like they might actually pull it out, Ronaldo put the nail in the coffin. Anyway, I don't have a dog in that fight, but I definitely…

Yep, I try to remind myself of that every day and be as supportive of him as he is of me.

At the end of the day, you need to do what's best for you. And seriously, it takes two to tango. If he's not going to step up and support you (which would be the right thing to do, since babies don't just magically appear out of thin air), he can at least respect your choices. I am really sorry that it doesn't seem…

Is it possible to love someone so much that it hurts? I have the loveliest fiance - he's just the bees knees and is so freaking good to me. Today we went to a pub to see the Barcelona-Real Madrid match, and when we got home I was feeling a little sad, because I was thinking that my father would have loved to watch the…

He's an ass, and you will move on, even though it doesn't feel that way now. Just take care of yourself.