Dear Abby: We talked almost daily for decades, then friend stopped answering my calls They still email and get together, but man is hurt that his longtime confidante has ended their phone relationship. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 31, 2022
Dear Abby: My husband’s kind but contributes little to income or chores Brought up to believe a wife is responsible for all housework, man knows he should help but doesn’t follow through. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 26, 2022
Dear Abby: Teen determined to move out of state to live with older boyfriend To her, the question isn’t whether to do it but how to tell her old-fashioned family members. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2022
Dear Abby: Long stories about death don’t help when I’m grieving Reader mourning mother is worn out from well-meaning co-workers sharing recollections about their own losses Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 16, 2022
Dear Abby: Unreliable mom’s kids prefer to live with grandparents At times their mother tries to relocate them to her unsafe home, where parties break out and strangers roam. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 15, 2022
Dear Abby: Romance is dead in our marriage, and I feel empty The couple rarely shows any physical affection, and lately the man has become verbally abusive during arguments. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 28, 2022
Dear Abby: I caught husband belittling me to his boss on the phone Man apologized, but his wife feels hurt and insulted Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 21, 2022
Dear Abby: I’m married to a man I don’t love and want to return to my ex In her heart, woman wants to be with her former husband, but she’s entangled in business with the current one. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 12, 2022
Dear Abby: I am bi and detest hearing mom’s pal spew homophobia Mother offended when man suggests her friend should apologize for denigrating LGBTQ people in his presence. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 10, 2022
Dear Abby: Husband’s cruel, nasty stepmother is wearing me out She was never nice to her stepson when he was growing up, and now she’s mean to his family. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 1, 2022
Dear Abby: Hosts’ shoe ban could be risky for their diabetic dad Man reluctantly complies with his children’s footwear edict at their home, contrary to his doctor’s orders. Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 25, 2022
Dear Abby: Creepy man makes sex jokes about his daughter, son-in-law Crude comments said in front of family members appall the daughter’s husband. Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 6, 2022
Dear Abby: Fiancee stays in touch with former sexual partners She says the exes are now just her friends, but man still finds it inappropriate that she keeps up contact with them. Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 27, 2022
Dear Abby: Husband shows no remorse for his second affair He doesn’t seem to realize how much his cheating has hurt his wife. Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 25, 2022
Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 20, 2022 Dear Abby: 2 adult siblings ignore parents’ 60th anniversary It’s a big deal to Mom and Dad, who wish their son and daughter would inquire about a celebration.
Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 28, 2022 Dear Abby: He called her brother obnoxious, and she’s been upset about it ever since. Man wasn’t exactly diplomatic when someone suggested he befriend someone he doesn’t like.
Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 1, 2022 Dear Abby: I beat my addiction and want son back, but grandma resists The clean and sober mom is being disrespected and confronted with the troubles of her past.
Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 12, 2022 Dear Abby: What else can I do to make grandkids’ mom appreciate me? Daughter-in-law complains on Facebook that the children’s grandma doesn’t care but won’t say what she wants her to do.
Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 30, 2022 Dear Abby: Abusive husband won’t accept that marriage is over While his wife is living in a shelter with their children, he keeps calling to propose a reconciliation and threaten to stop paying support.
Chicago Sun-Times · May 25, 2022 Dear Abby: I can’t measure up to the guys at my fiancee’s bachelorette party Man wishes his bride hadn’t brought home pictures and videos from the bawdy bash because he keeps comparing himself to the hunky performers.
Chicago Sun-Times · May 23, 2022 Dear Abby: After 31 years, my husband’s lies are becoming clear How do I live with a man who hasn’t told the truth about his female ‘friends’ and his relationships with them?
Chicago Sun-Times · May 16, 2022 Dear Abby: If you shoplift and refuse to tip, I won’t hang out with you After 20-year friendship with dishonest woman ends, reader misses her but feels appalled by her bad behavior.
Chicago Sun-Times · May 15, 2022 Dear Abby: I get jealous when my popular sister hangs out with my best friend They seem to be hiding things about their relationship.
Chicago Sun-Times · May 14, 2022 Dear Abby: Grandma still wants to control the money she gave me as a kid She started an investment account long ago and now objects when her adult grandchild wants to move the funds.
Chicago Sun-Times · May 13, 2022 Dear Abby: Maybe I shouldn’t have complained to sister about her husband Woman was tired of the arrogant man’s constant updates about his marathon run and unfollowed him, upsetting his wife.