Dear Abby

OPINION | DEAR ABBY: Friend playing cupid neglects to mention man's drug habit DEAR ABBY: My hairdresser, former neighbor and friend recommended her unemployed brother to do some minor repairs to my home. He and his sister were trying to p... by Abigail Van Buren - September 21, 2020

OPINION | DEAR ABBY: Woman planning her future could have rival for widower DEAR ABBY: A friend's wife died six months ago after a 10-year battle with cancer. He was her faithful caretaker, as she was mostly homebound and bedridden. He ... September 20, 2020

DEAR ABBY: Woman planning future may have competition for widower DEAR ABBY: A friend's wife died six months ago after a 10-year battle with cancer. He was her faithful caretaker, as she was mostly homebound and bedridden. He ... by Abigail Van Buren - September 20, 2020

DEAR ABBY: Disruptive cousin unwelcome during weeklong family visit DEAR ABBY: My husband and I and our children moved across the country away from our families three years ago. My 9-year-old daughter is extremely close to my mo... by Abigail Van Buren - September 19, 2020

OPINION | DEAR ABBY: Newly sober mom regrets pain she caused her family DEAR ABBY: After smoking marijuana for 20 years, I quit two days ago. My head is starting to clear now, and things are coming into focus. I missed so much, and ... by Abigail Van Buren - September 18, 2020

OPINION | DEAR ABBY: Deleted texts to new friend arouse wife's suspicions DEAR ABBY: My husband is currently at a job that, at first, he complained was a "drag." It later became a place he seemed to be OK working at. by Abigail Van Buren - September 17, 2020

OPINION | DEAR ABBY: Early lesson in social graces helps overcome initial shyness DEAR ABBY: When I was a young adult, I had difficulty speaking with strangers. I recall, some years later, attending a party in honor of someone I truly admired... by Abigail Van Buren - September 16, 2020

OPINION | DEAR ABBY: Sobering up changes dynamics of wife's closest relationships DEAR ABBY: I know I have been blessed with wonderful relationships in my life. I have been married to the same lovely man for 25 years. I am also fortunate to h... by Abigail Van Buren - September 15, 2020

OPINION | DEAR ABBY: Retail workers endure unfair abuse from angry customers DEAR ABBY: I'm considered an essential employee during this pandemic. I am writing on behalf of myself and all retail workers. by Abigail Van Buren - September 14, 2020

Wife's antidepressants cause opposites to lose attraction DEAR ABBY: My wife and I have been married for 40 years. We were opposites who were attracted to each other and enjoyed a lot of the same things. by Abigail Van Buren - September 13, 2020

DEAR ABBY: Surprise changes in plans strain women's friendship DEAR ABBY: I have a serious issue with my best girlfriend. We make plans together, adult plans, and then at the last minute, her kids drop the young grandkids o... by Abigail Van Buren - September 12, 2020

OPINION | DEAR ABBY: Dealing with ex-girlfriends causes man consternation DEAR ABBY: What is acceptable after a breakup occurs? Several years ago, I reached out to an ex-girlfriend. We had dated for six months, but she broke up with m... by Abigail Van Buren - September 11, 2020

DEAR ABBY: Man who threatened suicide demands his guns be returned DEAR ABBY: My wife and I have been friends with another couple for more than 50 years. The four of us have shared lots of good times together. by Abigail Van Buren - September 10, 2020

OPINION | DEAR ABBY: Recent divorcee is surprised to find love close to home DEAR ABBY: I am recently divorced after a 19-year marriage, and to my great shock, I already find myself in love with another man. I didn't come out of the marr... by Abigail Van Buren - September 8, 2020

DEAR ABBY: Girlfriend's online spending increases despite furlough DEAR ABBY: For the past eight years, my son has been seeing "Tanya" and, according to him, she spends a lot. I'm concerned about it. by Abigail Van Buren - September 7, 2020

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