Straight up, here are some quick relationship Q&As to get you through these crazy weeks.

Q: Should I hook up with my ex-boyfriend over break?
A: Probably not, unless he’s gotten really hot since the last time you saw him. Honestly, though, it will probably bring up old feelings, so you have to decide whether it’s worth digging up the past for one wild night of fun. Remember he’s your ex for a reason. If things went bad in the past, you might not want to go back to that place. And even if you think it’s “just physical,” you might have your separate ideas about what that really means. Just be careful — hooking up with the ex is always risky business.

Q: Should my girlfriend and I stay together when she goes abroad next semester?
A: Depends on the relationship. If you’re serious about each other but enticed by the idea of being able to make out with other people while you’re apart, think twice before making any big decisions. If you think you’re going to be able to pick up where you left off — after being with other people — you’re kidding yourself. Change always affects relationships, and getting physical with other people is only going to breed jealousy and contempt.

Q: I don’t know what to get my girlfriend for Christmas. We’ve been dating for almost a year, so I’m not sure what’s appropriate. Any ideas?
A: Ask her friends, because she’s probably already told them what she wants from you. If that doesn’t work, plan something that shows you’ve put in some time and effort to make her happy. Cater to her personality, think about what she really loves and come up with a fun date or gift idea that will mean something to her. Though she might have her eye on something special, she really just wants to know you care. However, if she’s been abroad all semester, you might want to wait before you go swiping your “black card” — just in case she’s found a new (Italian, Australian, British, etc.) hottie to take your place. When you see her in person, you’ll know whether you guys have still got it — but don’t go buying her a David Yurman ring just yet.

Q: My Vandy boyfriend and I have been dating all semester. What do I do over break? I don’t want to be annoying, but what do I do when I miss him?
A: Don’t freak out. Break is two and a half weeks at the very most. Unless you two have an extremely unstable relationship, you’re going to be fine. In fact, you’ll probably come back to campus and feel like you never left. Call him when you miss him, and try to enjoy the little bit of “you time” that you do have over break. And if you’re missing him on New Year’s Eve, you can always reenact the “midnight kiss” when you’re back in NashVegas.

Q: Over winter break I am going to visit my boyfriend, and I will be meeting his family for the first time. I’m nervous! Any advice?
A: Meeting the “in-laws” is always stressful, but just try to relax and be yourself. Chances are he’s already told them how great you are, and they’re really excited to meet you.
Just stop freaking out, don’t do anything stupid (like getting caught making out in the master bedroom), and everything will be great. Remind yourself how awesome you are, and just have faith you’ll make it out alive. If they love their son and he loves you, they’d be foolish not to love you too.

Q: My boyfriend is Jewish, and I’m not. Do I have to get him eight presents for Hanukkah or is one enough?
A: Even though Jewish families typically give their children eight presents throughout Hanukkah, as you get older, that rule doesn’t really apply.
Just because you guys are from different religious backgrounds doesn’t mean you two are from different worlds, so think about your own situation. For Christmas, your parents might get you multiple presents, but would you expect your significant other to do the same? Probably not. However, if his faith is important to him, it might be sweet to get him a small present for every night — but, if you’re starting now, you’ve got some catching up to do! Eight presents aren’t necessary, but he’d probably appreciate the extra thought and consideration.