Dear Sweet Donald Trump … Hold On For All You’re Worth!
Political Turmoil and the Need for Leadership There’s a lot going on right now. The national environment feels heavy with uncertainty. It’s pretty evident that President Trump, known for his love of polls, is navigating some choppy waters as criticism surrounding his responses to federal issues mounts. At this moment, we could really use a […]
Dear Abby: I witnessed a woman cleaning her teeth at an upscale restaurant table
Dear Abby: Concerns Over Table Manners A reader shares an experience from a dinner with friends at a fancy restaurant. While enjoying the meal and conversation, her husband quietly pointed out a woman at a nearby table who was brushing her teeth. Initially, the reader thought she was just using toothpicks. But no, she was […]
Dear Abby: My husband attempts to dominate me when we are around our friends
Dear Abby I’ve been married to my husband for 40 years, and we share a close circle of friends. We camp, throw parties, and travel with them regularly. However, I’ve got a serious issue. My husband insists that I can’t have private conversations with the men in our group unless I clear it with him […]
Dear Abby: I am concerned about my retired parents who are addicted to technology
Dear Abby My young daughter and I spent three months visiting my parents while my husband was deployed. It was a wonderful time, but I noticed something concerning: my parents seemed to be on their phones more than ever. They’re in their mid-60s and retired, which is great for keeping up with technology, I guess, […]
Dear Abby: My daughter is making my grandchildren difficult to handle
Dear Abby: Family Tensions Over Behavior I have three daughters, each with kids of their own. We take a family trip every year. However, my daughter Monica’s children, aged 8 and 9, are causing some issues. They disrespect adults, swear, and yell, which really concerns me. I care for them, but this behavior is tough […]
Dear Abby: I’ve threatened divorce over my wife’s messiness — nothing changes
Dear Abby Letters Dear Abby: I’m usually quite neat and organized, but my wife, well, she’s the opposite. I knew this about her before we tied the knot, yet we made a promise that she would make an effort to be tidier if we lived together. Sadly, that hasn’t happened. Every time she comes home, […]
Dear Abby: I’m nearing retirement and feeling anxious about how to fill my free time
Dear Abby I’m a 66-year-old woman who has put in 47 years of full-time work while also raising two kids. To be honest, I’m pretty worn out from it all and plan to retire in three months. I’m single and don’t have a boyfriend. I have plenty of friends and family around, but I’m starting […]
Dear Abby: My partner and I have not been intimate for four years
Dear Abby I’m a senior woman in great shape. I’ve always been active, so attracting men hasn’t been difficult. Five years ago, I married a man I had known for a long time. Our sex life was fairly active initially, but it’s been four years since he showed any intimacy. He claims it’s due to […]
Dear Abby: My grandson has distanced himself from our family — should I attempt to maintain contact?
Dear Abby: My grandson “Ethan” and his fiancée lived with his mother until four years ago. When I moved, I chose not to inform my parents of my new address. It’s been a while since my daughter met my son, and I think they text occasionally. Ethan got married seven months back. He didn’t invite […]
Dear Abby: My granddaughter never comes to see our family
Dear Abby My son married a wonderful woman, “Noelle,” two years ago. They live a few hours away and have a one-year-old son, my third grandchild. Noelle’s parents live about 16 miles from me, and she takes the baby there almost every weekend—but I haven’t seen them since my grandchild’s birthday five months ago. Interestingly, […]