Did she love you for who you were? Or did she date you because you were a high-paid investment banker? Chances are that's a big issue with a lot of couples. Dating someone who's going through career hell will put the relationship in perspective. Maybe it's the true test. Women needing help can now turn to Dating a Banker Anonymous: "A safe place where women can come together--free from the scrutiny of feminists--and share their tearful tales of how the mortgage meltdown has affected their relationships."

They're an eclectic bunch. One mistress told of her married lover; times were so tough his wife was checking up on his accounts, hence the lack of attention. Another says, "This whole messy ordeal has advanced my Botox start date by at least two years...." And, "Overnight, he went from unavailable to downright clingy. He wants to have dinner every night. By dinner I mean staying in and cooking as Megu is no longer in the budget." Here's a question: Who are the new Masters? Treasury officials?

For more:
- here's a New York Times article

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