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Mom dotes on new boyfriend at the expense of her kids

Rita caters to him to the point that she ignores our kids. When he shows up, they often “retire” to…

June 7, 2017

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Man decries rampant false advertising on dating sites

You usually meet in a public place, so the gentlemanly thing to do is continue the encounter, only to not…

June 6, 2017

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Transgender dad wants to be daughter’s ‘second mommy’

I have always been supportive of her transition, adopting her new name, feminine pronouns, etc., but now she wants something…

June 5, 2017

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Errand runner is chagrined by size of lunchtime tips

Sometimes the office manager will give me cash from the firm account to pay, other times the lawyers give me…

June 3, 2017

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College student living at home is ready to fly after graduation

Now that I am about to graduate, I have been offered a job with a company in California. I am…

June 2, 2017

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Husband doesn’t share wife’s dreams of seeing the world

The problem is, my husband isn’t crazy about traveling. He’ll go if I book it, but he fusses the whole…

June 1, 2017

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Age is no barrier for man long in love with neighbor

My parents moved to Florida when I turned 27, and I bought their home just so I could be near…

May 31, 2017

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Family’s disapproval stops woman from opening up

DEAR PANSEXUAL: According to Wikipedia, the definition of pansexuality is “the sexual, romantic or emotional attraction toward people regardless of…

May 30, 2017

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Distant sisters work to close the gap in their relationship

I am eight years older than she is, and we live in different states. Growing up, our mother didn’t take…

May 29, 2017

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Dedicated walker tripped up by chatty co-workers

DEAR GETTING: Yes. All you have to say is, “This is my time to exercise,” and keep walking. Eventually, word…

May 28, 2017

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Grandma plays favorites with plan for her assets

I feel my children were robbed of an opportunity that others take for granted. Although they saw their grandmother regularly,…

May 27, 2017

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Unwitting comments from dad cause childless daughter pain

My fertility issues have caused me heartbreak and many tears. My father often comments about how disappointed he is that…

May 26, 2017

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Man puts out a welcome mat only for his side of the family

A few months ago, my sister called me at 9 p.m. She was driving through on her way to Florida…

May 25, 2017

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New job in new state tests strength of men’s relationship

It started great. We had a connection I had never experienced before I met him. He was let go from…

May 24, 2017

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Lawyer’s petition to help friend study is dismissed

She was in a bad relationship back in school and planned to marry the guy. That fell apart, and she’s…

May 23, 2017

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Woman worries lazy fiance will also be lazy husband

David recently lost his job and is interviewing to find another one. He loves sports, so he plays softball with…

May 22, 2017

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Name-calling mom attempts to disrupt son’s marriage

My mother has no reason to abuse my wife the way she does. Amanda’s family has always been very kind…

May 21, 2017

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Old friend’s sudden withdrawal causes a crisis of confidence

Then Ann got mad about something I said and stopped returning calls. Finally, when I asked her what was wrong,…

May 20, 2017

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Reluctant grandparents veto couple’s plan to start a family

I will be 30 this year, and they keep telling me I should wait until I’m 40 to have kids.…

May 19, 2017

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Mom weighs telling her son truth about dad’s ‘time away’

I know it will be hard for my boy to deal with. I also wonder what he should tell other…

May 18, 2017

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Classic meatloaf is comfort food that warms generations

DEAR JENNA: I’m pleased to share that recipe once again. I have made it and we love it, too. Now…

May 17, 2017

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When man is ready to talk, his wife can’t stay awake

Contrast this to a recent trip she took with her friends where they talked and yucked it up for five…

May 16, 2017

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Ex-friend cast out of social circle dreams of vengeance

We have supported her emotionally and financially from time to time for many years. My husband does have a habit…

May 15, 2017

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Mom’s long-distance advice isn’t what teen wants to hear

DEAR TEEN: Regardless of what you may think about what your mother is telling you, she is not the “enemy.”…

May 14, 2017

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With parents gone, truth can be told about brothers’ crimes

One aunt keeps asking why and insisting I should make amends. Abby, one brother went to jail for murder, and…

May 13, 2017

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Emotional intensity of work leaves man drained at home

I manage to muster up enough energy to try to be there for my kids, but frankly, I can’t seem…

May 12, 2017

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Parents refuse to confront reason their son is bullied

I have assumed for a long time that Michael is gay. Since late last year, he’s been having a lot…

May 11, 2017

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Mom takes needless risks following her son’s suicide

She’s a hard worker, so that helps to keep her mind off things. She lives in an empty house with…

May 10, 2017

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Woman wonders if opposites can move beyond attraction

This would be a second marriage for both of us. Our children are grown, so having kids doesn’t factor into…

May 9, 2017

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Reader’s criticism stings hard-working young writer

It’s hard being a young writer. Facing criticism for doing my job makes it even harder. I work long hours…

May 8, 2017