Dear Abby

DEAR ABBY: Time, distance causes fast friends to begin drifting apart DEAR ABBY: I'm a 15-year-old girl and a sophomore in high school. Last year I went to school across the country. While I was there, I became best friends with t... by Abigail Van Buren - November 10, 2018

DEAR ABBY: Daughter given everything gives heartache in return DEAR ABBY: Ever since high school, our adult daughter has had mood swings. My wife and I thought she'd grow out of it as she matured, but she hasn't. At her req... by Abigail Van Buren - November 9, 2018

DEAR ABBY: Extra place set at the table helps combat holiday blues DEAR ABBY: I read that there is a suicide somewhere in the world every 40 seconds. Numbers rise at holiday time. Feeling like a child whose nose is pressed agai... by Abigail Van Buren - November 8, 2018

DEAR ABBY: Notebook stepson left behind reveals love for another man DEAR ABBY: My stepson "Arnold" recently moved out, and I found a notebook he left behind that I thought I'd use. Inside was a journal entry he had made last yea... by Abigail Van Buren - November 6, 2018

DEAR ABBY: Eating leftovers becomes bone of contention at family dinners DEAR ABBY: My wife and I have three teenagers -- 18, 16 and 14. My wife cooks for them every day or buys them fast food. I always eat leftovers, which the fridg... by Abigail Van Buren - November 5, 2018

DEAR ABBY: Dad's reaction to cousin's request likely an opening of Pandora's box DEAR ABBY: I am a 22-year-old, single male who recently graduated from college. I received lots of congratulations in person and by phone, text and social media... by Abigail Van Buren - November 4, 2018

DEAR ABBY: Teacher weighs reaching out to former student behind bars DEAR ABBY: Twelve years ago, I taught a boy I'll call Brandon in my first-grade class. I was very fond of him, and we had a strong connection. I knew Brandon ha... by Abigail Van Buren - November 3, 2018

DEAR ABBY: Mom's peaceful death leads to sibling war over her house DEAR ABBY: My mom recently passed away at 91. She had a great life and went peacefully at home in bed during the night. I took charge of her medical care and fi... by Abigail Van Buren - November 2, 2018

DEAR ABBY: Concern over woman's health grows to the point of action DEAR ABBY: I have a co-worker I work closely with. Almost every day I hear her throwing up in the bathroom. It happens like clockwork. It's gotten to the point ... by Abigail Van Buren - November 1, 2018

DEAR ABBY: Best friend's loyalty may be shifting in middle school drama DEAR ABBY: I'm in middle school. "Jill" has been my best friend for 11 years. She has always been shy, while I am outgoing. Recently, she has been hanging out w... by Abigail Van Buren - October 31, 2018

DEAR ABBY: Man says he wants divorce, but doesn't leave the house DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been married for 20 years. We've had our share of ups and downs, but always managed to work our way through them. Last year, he... by Abigail Van Buren - October 30, 2018

DEAR ABBY: Tattoo lover gets birthday criticism from grandparents DEAR ABBY: My daughter recently celebrated her 20th birthday. She's a good kid with a decent job who happens to like tattoos. by Abigail Van Buren - October 29, 2018

Dear Abby: Daughter's mother-in-law selfish in regards to holidays DEAR ABBY: The holidays are approaching, and I suspect many young couples are facing the same problem about where to spend Thanksgiving and Christmas. I have tw... by Abigail Van Buren - October 28, 2018

DEAR ABBY: Friend's goth fashion would stand out at formal wedding DEAR ABBY: A month and a half ago, my boyfriend of five years proposed. We are happy and excited. Most of the wedding party are my friends from college, who are... by Abigail Van Buren - October 27, 2018

DEAR ABBY: House cleaner tries her hand at being an interior designer DEAR ABBY: I am wondering if anyone else has ever asked about this. I have had the same cleaning woman for three years. She does an excellent job and works hard... by Abigail Van Buren - October 26, 2018

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