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Cheating confession devastates wife

Dear Abby: Two years ago, my husband of 50 years confessed that 46 years ago, shortly after our son was born, he had a one-night stand with a total stranger he gave a ride to. She offere...

DATE: Nov 17, 2020 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Masks challenge deaf citizens

Dear Abby: As we return to work, businesses and expanded health care are opening up after the pandemic shutdown. We all are pretty much required to wear masks anywhere we go these days. ...

DATE: Nov 12, 2020 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Letter-writing fades when needed

Dear Abby: Would you please address again the importance of expressing gratitude with a handwritten note when a generous gift has been given? We grandparents would love it to be acknowle...

DATE: Nov 10, 2020 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Woman’s relationship on the rocks

Dear Abby: My man of three years and I are at a crossroads. He has gone from my boyfriend, to fiancé, back to boyfriend, to friend, to “I don’t know what he is now.” He showers me with g...

DATE: Nov 6, 2020 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

New retiree has advice for others

Dear Abby: I retired a year ago from a stressful job because I couldn’t take what it was doing to my health. Despite a divorce after a 35-year marriage 10 years ago, I had recovered fina...

DATE: Nov 5, 2020 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Woman can’t stand husband’s negativity

Dear Abby: I am a 39-year-old woman who has been in a relationship for five years and married for two. Abby, I am consumed with regret for marrying this man. He’s loyal and has a good jo...

DATE: Nov 3, 2020 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Man disinclined to meet half-sisters

Dear Abby: My father, who has been gone for 40 years, had many good qualities, and he provided well for our family. I loved him and treasure many of the memories I have of my time with h...

DATE: Oct 30, 2020 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Man unsure of future with fiancee

Dear Abby: My fiancee and I are in our early 50s. We dated for two years and have been engaged for three months. She’s a wonderful lady, and I can’t imagine life without her. ...

DATE: Oct 29, 2020 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Fashion choices cause embarrassment

Dear Abby: Our 19-year-old daughter is wonderful in many ways. She’s smart, attends a university on academic scholarships and earns excellent grades. The problem is the way she dresses. ...

DATE: Oct 27, 2020 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

New mother on her own for child care

Dear Abby: My stepdaughter is married to a very selfish man. They have a newborn baby, and he refuses to help her with the baby. He claims that because he works, he isn’t obligated. ...

DATE: Oct 23, 2020 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Widow’s kids begrudge her dating

Dear Abby: I was married for more than 30 years and have two grown children. The marriage wasn’t perfect, and I admit there were times when I badly wanted to walk out the door. My husban...

DATE: Oct 22, 2020 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby

Friend fears woman addicted to meth

Dear Abby: The 22-year-old daughter of close friends of ours has been living in a van during the pandemic. Her parents, my husband and I heard her on her cellphone talking about a party ...

DATE: Oct 16, 2020 | CATEGORY: Dear Abby