Dear Abby: I disapprove of my son’s relationship with a girl who seems overly dependent.
Dear Abby: I’m not a fan of my son’s girlfriend, “Trish,” and he’s aware of it. She seems like a poor match for him, maybe it strokes his ego, but I don’t think it’s great for young women like her. The first time I met Trish wasn’t impressive at all. She came off as rude […]
Dear Abby: Should I remain quiet after my nephew harmed my mother?
Dear Abby: My 20-year-old nephew “Conrad” has serious anger issues. His girlfriend recently broke up with him, which left him quite upset. He went to visit his grandmother, my mother. When he arrived, he found her boyfriend, “Rob,” outside. He told Rob not to leave the house. Conrad’s girlfriend was inside talking to my mom. […]
Dear Abby: My fiancé is against me displaying a picture of my late husband
Dear Abby: I’ve been a widow for nine years, and I’ve recently become engaged. When I asked my fiancé if I could put up a photo of my late husband in our new home, he got really angry. He said I shouldn’t need to bring reminders of the man who once “had” me into his […]
Dear Abby: My husband’s experiences are harming our marriage
Dear Abby: I’m in a same-sex marriage with a wonderful man, and we have been together for 12 years. However, throughout our time together, my husband has experienced religious trauma that hampers his desire and ability for intimacy. We’ve sought counseling, discussed our values about physical closeness, but, honestly, nothing has improved. I do love […]
“I’ve Had Enough, Thank You Dear”: Trump Exits NBC Interview
Trump’s Wisconsin Trip Sparks Debate on Energy Prices and Election Integrity During a recent visit to Wisconsin, President Trump had a lively exchange with “Meet the Press” host Kristen Welker before wrapping up the interview. The discussion, aired on Fox 6 Milwaukee, touched on agriculture and economic policy against the backdrop of inclement weather. As […]
Dear Abby: My daughter’s partner took $300 from my bathroom
Advice Column Responses Dear Abby: My daughter, in her early 30s, is in a long-term relationship with a guy who is nine years younger than she is. They seem to get along well and have started discussing marriage, but I’ve noticed a few things that concern me. First off, I worry that the age gap […]
Dear Abby: My husband does not want me included in his family despite our marriage
Relationship Advice Dear Abby: My husband, Evan, and I have been together for five years and married for two and a half. We’re both in our early forties and have kids from previous relationships. I’ve noticed I often need to ask him for updates about his family. Sometimes, it feels like I’m considered an outsider […]
Dear Abby: My husband and his sister are making choices about our home without my input
Dear Abby: A few years back, my husband and I purchased a house with his sister. We split bills and share chores, and mostly, it runs smoothly. It’s a lovely place we wouldn’t have been able to afford alone. However, my husband and sister-in-law often make decisions regarding the house without including me. Each time […]
Dear airlines, please refrain from promoting your credit cards at 33,000 feet
Reflections on Air Travel: A Holiday Journey I’ve never really seen flying as a luxury, and my recent trip from Dallas to Detroit on Christmas morning was no different. Honestly, I think everyone on that plane just wanted the whole experience to wrap up as fast as possible. I braced myself for the usual jet […]
Dear Abby: Is it possible to repair my relationship with my siblings after experiencing lifelong abuse?
Dear Abby Letters Dear Abby: I’m the youngest of five, with three brothers and two sisters. My only close bond growing up was with my sister, Sarah. It always felt like our mothers didn’t really want us, though. I sensed that Sarah was mourning something deeper. Discipline in our house came in a harsh way. […]