[candygirl]

I see no reason why ex's shouldn't remain friends after the break up. My boyfriend and I just broke up a couple of weeks ago. Upon breaking up we decided that we still wanted to maintain our friendship. We both realized that our frequent arguments and disagreements may mean that we're just not compatible. We both love each other dearly, because of this I don't see why we should sever ties, end communication, and stop being friends. We began as friends, we tried the relationship thing for a year, it didn't work, so we've resorted back to our initial friendship.

I guess ones decision on whether or not they wish to continue being friends with their ex depends on whether or not the break up was amicable( as someone already stated). Of course if we broke up because he cheated on me or if he was abusive, I would have absolutely no reason to have this person in my life. My ex is genuinely a good person, atlhough he may not be the best person for me from a relationship standpoint I think that he's a great friend and I sitll want him in my life.

As for the family situation, I don't know yet. The holidays are coming up and I'm wondering if I should spend time with him and his family.