Is It Ok to Date Your Friend’s Ex?

We received a letter from a woman named Ashley in Star today. She's got a pretty big problem. What do you think she should do?

Dear Rick and Carly,

I recently ran into my friend's ex-boyfriend. I always thought he was attractive. Do I need to call her before asking him to my office Christmas party? I haven't spoken to my friend since 2013. Does the "Golden Rule" of not dating someone your friend has dated apply here?

Ashley Sorenson in Star

What Do You Think?