DEAR ABBY: I live with my parents and am not fond of children. My father volunteers me to baby-sit my nieces while they are right in front of us and before I have a chance to discuss anything. If I stand up for myself and say no, my father lays a guilt trip on me […]
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Lmit time with inconsiderate people
DEAR ABBY: I have officially found my biggest pet peeve. It’s a pervasive issue with my generation of committing to something and not showing up. They’ll flake at the last minute, or refuse to commit to something because there’s a possibility something better will come along. And constantly showing up late has become normal with […]
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Student pleads for help getting parents to co-sign for loan
DEAR ABBY: I have plans to go to law school in the next two years. I have already taken the entrance exam, and will receive recommendations from two of my college professors. The problem is, my parents are refusing to co-sign for my law school loan. Abby, I’m not asking for money; I’m just asking […]
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A long life lived well is inspiration for others
DEAR ABBY: I read your column and I feel for the people who have problems. I have no worries. Although my life has been far from perfect and no bed of roses, here I am at 95 with no serious physical, spiritual, emotional, family or economic problems. I grew up during the Depression, had wonderful […]
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Fiancee should pray for her cheating mother-in-law to be
DEAR ABBY: My fiance, ”Rick,” and I have been together for years and recently got engaged. We are over the moon about it, and genuinely in love. However, this exciting time in our lives has been met with some difficulties. We recently learned Rick’s mother has been having an affair, which makes for a very […]
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Not every friend desires to be eligible for benefits
DEAR ABBY: Some people believe sex with friends can turn a friendship into chaos. I don’t believe it because I can remain a friend and still be there intimately. I have a friend I feel would be a good match because we are both very sexual and filthy-minded. We continuously tease about it. I know […]
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Confiscating phones may teach surly teens to show respect
DEAR ABBY: I’m the mother of two teenagers, ages 13 and 15. I am trying to teach them to do chores and help around the house, but all I get is attitude from them. I try to explain that I didn’t grow up with a dishwasher and I washed all the dishes by hand. Well, […]
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Widow’s thoughtful beau is generous to a fault
DEAR ABBY: I’m a widow and have been seeing someone for two years. He often stays at my home. He treats me well, but we have different tastes in furnishings. He brings me trinkets and tacky accessories from his home that I do not display. My spare bedroom closet is filled with these unwanted items. […]
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Sister’s future needs must be discussed
DEAR ABBY: My younger sister lives at home with our parents. She suffers from a learning disability as well as some serious mental health issues that are under control. She is a bright, sweet person who — with some help — could become semi-independent. However, my parents have made no serious attempts to encourage this. […]
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Trust becomes the casualty in argument over man’s texts
DEAR ABBY: I have been divorced for eight years. My ex and I are on civil terms and text each other a few times a week regarding our kids, mutual friends and general chitchat. A few months ago, during a rough patch in my relationship with my girlfriend of three years, ”Lily,” I expressed my […]