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Little-boy flasher tries to cover up his exposure
A little boy takes “playing doctor” to an uncomfortable level for one reader. Is this behavior normal?
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Woman’s companion knocks her into the rough
A reader feels left out of a group outing to the theater.
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Show appreciation for tradesmen
Dear Abby: America’s tradesmen — plumbers, electricians, auto mechanics, roofers, masons and more — get very little respect. In fact, the only time these skilled professionals get our attention is when we have an emergency. This lack of regard is leading our nation down an …Read More
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Teens angry at mom’s proposal
Dear Abby: I am a widow with four teenagers. My husband died four years ago, and I have been seeing “Ken” — a wonderful man — for 18 months. He is four years older than I am, has never been married and has no kids. …
Waiter’s attire shocked diners
A reader questions a restaurant server’s attire. Abby says people have the legal right to dress in a style not typical of their gender without fear of discrimination or retaliation. If customers find it offensive, they can either request a different server or take their business elsewhere.
Parents set aside differences for the bride’s sake
Brides need to work to include their blended families — and parents need to minimize the drama.
Mother-in-law wants to pre-approve eulogy
A reader’s mother wants to read her eulogy before her times comes. …
Family flare-up over dad’s ashes
A daughter feels pressure by her siblings to bury her father’s ashes against her mother’s wishes.
Wife can’t stop man’s habitual skirt chasing
A reader questions her husband’s serial cheating ways. Will he ever remain faithful?
Woman hearing wedding bells
A writer wonders if her beau is afraid to make a commitment because of his divorce. She asks Abby if a woman has ever proposed marriage to a man and if there is stigma.
Pastor: When parishioner’s dying, tell me
Dear Abby: I am a pastor and just received word that a parishioner died yesterday. “Harold” had been hospitalized for a week in another city, and I wasn’t notified. A member of his family said, “We didn’t know if we should bother you or not.” …
Daily calls suffocate friendship
Dear Abby: I’m writing for advice on friendship. There is a person who insists we are “best friends.” She calls every day to gossip and get into people’s business, including mine. We are grown women and I find this childish. I am a loner. I …
Use discretion with dressing error
It’s the best policy to inform a person of their wardrobe malfunctions.
Ladies need to look in right place for men
D ear Abby: I’d like to respond to “Where the Boys Aren’t” (May 26). We’re right here every day, lady, working in the same building, going to the same functions, eating at the same diners and attending the same churches. But we don’t measure up …
Old cellphones take on a new life
Looking for a way to recycle cell phones? Donate your phone to Cell Phones for Soldiers. The proceeds fund phone cards for soldiers all over the world.
Teacher crush troubles student
D ear Abby: I’m a male who has graduated from high school and is about to start college in another state. I’m ready for a new challenge. The only thing holding me back is a romantic attraction I have toward one of my high school …
Children should learn from parents
Dear Abby: Wouldn’t it make sense if grade school teachers set aside time, weekly or monthly, to go over some very generic information that kids need to learn? I’m talking about things like how important it is to have pets neutered and why, how to …
Abby suggests young victim should speak to a therapist after sex crime
View visiting a therapist not as punishment, but a privilege while working through the healing process.
Couple wonders if guest list can exclude misbehaving children
When a couple throws their annual summer party, a guest’s 3-year-old boy causes mayhem. Abby weighs in on the guest-list controversy.
Weekend fans old flames into affair
Dear Abby: “Jane,” the daughter of a lifelong friend, attended my son’s wedding with her husband. My son and Jane have known each other since childhood, and always flirted and acted as if they had a crush on each other. To make a long story …
