Carolyn Hax: If your boyfriend can’t take a compliment, then you’ll need to take a hint

Dear Carolyn: I’ve noticed that my boyfriend can’t take a compliment. He responds by changing the subject, deflecting it some other way, or simply remaining silent. I tell him he’s handsome and he’ll reply, “So are you” — we’re a gay couple — or, “What’s for dinner?” or with silence. For the record, I’ve noticed he does the same thing with others, whether friends of his or strangers. He just can’t say “Thank you,” or internalize it in any way.