You and I seem to think a lot alike, Marvolo. Though I would hope her father isn't abusive, his description by Sean makes me think along those lines. At the very least it sounds like his personality might be overpowering hers. :\

Originally posted by: sean wookie
This girl doesn't really have any other friends. I mean we are like freaking tight.

Based on that, Sean, I would definitely say that this girl is not a good candidate for you to date right now. Your decision not to have a relationship with her is a very wise one. You yourself are very new to romantic relationships, correct? If so, it's best to take them slowly (though I think its always good to take romance slowly).

In terms of your friend, her life is very closed off and I'm guessing she probably has a very low opinion of herself. Your job, as her friend, is to encourage her to be more confident and outgoing so that she can be her own person in terms of how she relates to other people. (Help her to gain other friends and be there to lift her spirits.) When and only when she has actually grown in those ways would romance be a good thing to pursue (in my opinion).