Back in May, I met an incredible gentleman. It was like love at first sight. He makes me nervous — but in a good way, of course. Shortly after meeting, we began talking and decided to meet up, which included a four-hour drive. But this would be the last time I would see him until January, because he was leaving for Afghanistan the next week. He swept me off my feet. I solidly promised myself that I would wait for him, because this could be it. About a month and a half later, I was introduced to another man, who happens to be in the Army. He was absolutely persistent in having me. I honestly did not pay much attention to him, because I was still set on waiting for the man in Afghanistan. Well, soon enough he pushed his way into my life and told me he will do anything he can to keep me around. I’m just torn to pieces. I currently am not dating anyone, but I’m just so confused about what to do. I still constantly think of the man in Afghanistan, because he was originally the one to have my heart racing.

Dear Annie: My cousin is a police officer in a neighboring city, and we only see him when the whole family is together. Recently, he was caught on camera beating up a woman he’d pulled over for something. From his statement and the camera footage, it seems the woman got mouthy and he responded physically. It was graphic.