Dear Annie: I’m tired of making excuses for my husband’s immature behaviors
In today's Dear Annie column, Annie Lane weighs in on a spouse who is tired of covering for her husband's absences.
Dear Annie: I can’t be the one to fill the emptiness in my close friend’s lonely life
Be kind but firm; let her know you value her, but you simply can’t meet all her emotional needs. Encourage her to explore new interests and build a more independent social life. If she resists or ...
Dear Annie: My cousin is reckless and impulsive, but I’m unsure if I should cut her out
Dear Confused: You can’t save someone who doesn’t want to be saved. Your cousin is making destructive choices, but she’s also ...
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Dear Annie: Fairness in friendship
I went on a 10-day girls trip with five other women, including my best friend. By the third day, I realized I was being ...
Dear Annie: No I will not give up my cat just so in-laws can visit their grandchild
I love my cat, and I don’t think it’s fair to give him up, especially when I’ve gone above and beyond to accommodate my ...
Dear Annie: How do I tell a sibling she can’t order me to be a caretaker for our ailing mother?
Since your mother has expressed that she wants to go into assisted living, the best thing you can do is take action. Start ...
Dear Annie: Should I stop confiding in a friend who dismisses my problems?
I was out having lunch with a friend I’ve known for many years. We met when our children were babies; they are grown adults ...
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Dear Annie: Recently, I don’t seem to want to do anything except what I have to do to survive
I’ve always been a person with enthusiasm for things in life. I’ve always had an interest or an obsession that gave me a purpose or direction, something to aspire to. But recently, I’ve lost interest ...
Dear Annie: Rude behavior toward nurses is becoming dangerously common
A simple explanation for this growing incivility is the influence of leadership. When those in power normalize rudeness and bullying, it trickles down and affects everyday interactions, making people ...
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Dear Annie: Sister won't let go of caretaking
How do I get across to a sibling that she can’t order me to come and be a caretaker for our ailing mother? Mom is almost 92 ...
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Dear Annie: My too-needy friend is trying to make me feel responsible for her happiness
Dear Annie: Spending time with one of my closest friends has become exhausting. She constantly talks about how unhappy and ...