You know what's awkward?

[lightningandsnow]

Being equally good friends with both parts of a couple in a serious relationship, and then they break up. And then you have no idea if it's appropriate or awkward or not to invite them both to social gatherings.

...yeah.

[Phentex]

1. Yes, it's much like divorce...

You don't wish to take sides but don't want to hurt feelings either. It's a tough situation.

[alphafemale]

2. No, you can't really invite them both.

You alternate invites.

[seabeyond]

3. yup. nt

[ScreamingMeemie]

4. That is awkward.

I have found that, over time, (usually a short period of time) one will move off into other pursuits. Unless they're my parents.

[Chan790]

5. That situation can actually be worse...

could be my parents. My mother remarried and my father refuses to move on and still says "I love you" and sends birthday and anniversary gifts. He literally refuses to acknowledge their divorce and tells people after 20 years that it's a trial separation and they're going to work it out. My mother's second marriage is now longer than the first one was.


Edit: It's vital to know that she hates his guts. My stepfather pities him...and hates his guts.