In the last year or so, things have shifted. She has become increasingly self-absorbed; every conversation circles back to ...

Now Scott drinks from 8 a.m. until 2 or so in the afternoon. He is in good spirits in the morning but is an absolutely ...

Dear Annie: I have lunch once a month with my friend of more than 20 years, “Patrice.” Lately, though, all she talks about are her perfectly wonderful children and grandchildren. She doesn’t ask about ...

Dear Annie: My best friend, “Cara,” has been dating a guy for about six months who, frankly, none of our friends can stand. He talks over her constantly, makes inappropriate jokes, and once made a ...

Is it this letter writer’s place to tell a friend she coddles one of her children and is critical of the other? Adapted from an online discussion. Dear Carolyn: My dear friend has two elementary-aged ...

DEAR ABBY: I have a casual acquaintance, “Stacy,” who long ago moved to a different part of the country and sends me a message every couple of months. She’s not a friend I would ever think to visit or ...

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DEAR ABBY: Once a month, I meet for lunch and cards with three women I have known for many years. We have lots of fun, but it is bittersweet for me. I am aware the three of them get together and ...

DEAR ANNIE: I recently had my 50th birthday. My boyfriend and I have been dating for seven years, with a two-year break. His friend recently asked me if my boyfriend gave me a present from him. I hadn ...

DEAR ANNIE: My friend and I have been friends for 30 years. We met when we were little kids, and now we are both 37. She has two beautiful daughters by different men. The father of one of her ...