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Q: I’ve been dating this guy for two months and he is already saying I love you. This is nice, but it seems too soon. What do you think?

A: In my opinion, saying I love you too soon usually indicates one of two things:

1. The words are being used to get something, usually sex. It really stinks when such precious words are used as a tool for manipulation.

2. The words do not reflect the depth of meaning you think they do. I tend to apply the four seasons approach to saying “I love you” - you need to know someone in at least four seasons (one year) before you can genuinely know someone well enough to say I love you.

Are you planning an extended stay in Atlanta? Obviously, you don’t want to be stuck in your hotel the entire time you’re there. Even if you are in Atlanta on business, you’ll find yourself with some down time when you may be looking for something to do.

If you are in Atlanta, there are several places you can visit to pass the time. Take a side trip to the Atlanta History Center, where you’ll get a glimpse of the lives of Georgian farmers at the Tullie Smith Farm and of wealthy Atlantans at the Swan House Mansions. You’ll also see artifacts, photos, and arts in a museum.

Dentistry is a dynamic and rewarding profession offering a variety of career options. The dental industry has undergone many changes recently. It has created a lot of job opportunities for dental professionals. Atlanta dental jobs play a vital role in the state. Anyone who has passed the D.D.S. (Doctor of Dental Surgery) or D.M.D (Doctor of Dental Medicine) degree can apply for the post of dentist in any one of the Atlanta dental clinics.

Q: “I am writing to ask you to please devote a future column to trust, or more specifically, how to trust again in a new relationship.”

A: Trust can be complex, because so many elements go into having trust in a person.

In an attempt to simplify the issue, I’ve broken it down into five components, one for each letter of the word trust.

inTegrity - A dictionary defines integrity as uprightness of character. Sounds nice, but what does that really mean?

Doing business in a city like Atlanta will require using effective promotional tools like Internet marketing. However, picking out a company that will design your company’s web site in a big metropolis like Atlanta can be very challenging because there are, literally, thousands of companies that offer web design services. Given this, you need to be able to employ a strategy that can help you decide on which company whose services you will patronize. This strategy should include looking for a company that can give you the most value for your money and the most extensive services with regard to your web site.

Is the amount you would have to charge in rent comparable to similar rentals in the same area? Be alert, and notice what people are asking for. You might have to make some phone calls to get an idea.

You will also need to determine the length of the lease. Usually leases come in increments of six months, but it is up to you. Some people will want to rent on a month-by-month basis because they are in transition. Either they are waiting for a house to be built, or have recently transferred to the area with a new job. Others will want to settle down in an area. While having a short lease may attract renters, it may add a lot of stress to your life if you are constantly looking for renters.

With half of 2006 already in the history books we have a fairly good idea of how this years’ real estate market will turn out. The Atlanta market seems to be very dependable as it continues the steady rise that it is known for. This is a very positive sign since many had predicted that this would be a down year for real estate in Atlanta.

The average home that closed during May took 65 days to sell for an average price of $313,110 in Cobb, Fulton and Cherokee Counties. During the same month last year the average home sold had been on the market for 70 days and sold for only $300,057. To do your own research on the homes available in Atlanta, search the Atlanta MLS Search Page.

Atlanta Hawks is one of the popular names in the history of Atlanta sports, particularly in the National Basketball Association (NBA). It is an Atlanta-based NBA team that has been playing for championships and has garnered several titles for their excellence.