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Victim seeks distance from perpetrator

DEAR ABBY: I was sexually assaulted by my cousin’s boyfriend a short while ago, and it was hard for me to process. When I told my cousin about it, she acknowledged that it wasn’t OK, but...

DATE: Jun 1, 2021 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Exercise equipment’s fate sore subject

DEAR ABBY: Several years ago, while living with my sister, I bought a $900 rowing machine I could barely afford. I loved it and used it often. Two years ago, because we were moving out, ...

DATE: May 28, 2021 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Sisters react differently in rift

DEAR ABBY: Seventeen years ago, when my sister “Elise” and I were 19 and 25, our mother kicked us both out. I have long since forgiven her, and I have a happy relationship with her. Elis...

DATE: May 27, 2021 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Sibling still wrestles with lingering effects of abuse

DEAR ABBY: I had a horrible childhood with a mean mother who berated and took her issues out on me. I also had an older brother who enjoyed making fun of me and embarrassed me in front o...

DATE: May 21, 2021 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Visit to grandma’s house complicated by stroke recovery

DEAR ABBY: My grandma, who is in her 80s, had a stroke recently. She has trouble swallowing and speaking, so she's in a rehab facility 20 miles from her home, where she is doing strength...

DATE: May 20, 2021 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Holiday host ready to ban brother from festivities

DEAR ABBY: My brother “Patrick” and I have known “Bobby” for about 20 years. Patrick is closer friends with him because they live in the same town. Recently, we found out that Bobby’s be...

DATE: May 18, 2021 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Veteran feels used by friend demanding her discount

DEAR ABBY: While shopping with a friend recently, I was put in an awkward situation in regard to a store discount. Having served in the military, I qualify for a discount at that particu...

DATE: May 11, 2021 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Half-sister obsesses over newfound brother

DEAR ABBY: Six months ago, my husband, “Lee,” met his long-lost sister, his father’s daughter from a previous marriage. Lee’s father died when he was 6; he is now 30. Since he and his fo...

DATE: May 6, 2021 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Wife discovers man’s secret interest

Dear Abby: I just found out my husband has been looking at escorts in the local area. I know he has watched porn, but that never bothered me. When I confronted him about seeing his searc...

DATE: May 4, 2021 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Couple clashes over time spent with sons

Dear Abby: My wife and I have been married five years and are raising four children. One is from my previous relationship, one is from her previous relationship and two are ours. We both...

DATE: Apr 30, 2021 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Dating suffers in sex-obsessed culture

Dear Abby: I am a 48-year-old woman, divorced for 10 years. During that time, I have been in two serious relationships. I’m no prude, but it seems like everyone I date, and who my friend...

DATE: Apr 29, 2021 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Relationship ends when wife returns

Dear Abby: I’ve been dating a married man for the last three years, and everything was great. We were attached at the hip and inseparable. I thought we had something special going. ...

DATE: Apr 27, 2021 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby