Gina is a 25-year-old, single real estate agent. She resides in Bloomingdale, Ill., and works in Chicago. The following is her experience attempting to remain friends with her ex-boyfriend: ...

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Molly is a 25-year-old single female who lives and works in Chicago. She is a young professional employed in the banking industry, who decided to venture into the world of ...

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