Dear Annie: Please accept my expertise here, from a 35-year career as a children’s clinical counselor and school counselor.

Dear Annie: I’m a 45-year-old woman, and my boyfriend is 36. His family loves me, except for his dad. I don’t know what I ...

Dear Annie: I’m a 45-year-old woman, and my boyfriend is 36. His family loves me, except for his dad. I don’t know what I ...

Dear Married: One of my favorite quotes is: “Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, ...

Annie, I don’t have the time, energy, money and, most importantly, the desire to drive all over the state searching for the ...

Her ex doesn't put much effort into her birthday or Mother's Day, but somehow she feels like she should keep trying.

Dear Annie: I love your column and am writing to offer a different point of view for the woman whose family does not ...

I’m not sure how to ask for space without sounding ungrateful or creating tension. How do I set boundaries without making ...

Dear Married: One of my favorite quotes is: “Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, ...

I love your column and am writing to offer a different point of view for the woman whose family does not celebrate her ...

If she continues adopting aspects of your life, then it’s fair to bring it up more directly. Focus on how it makes you feel, ...

DEAR ANNIE: I’ll be starting college this fall, and while I’m excited to grow academically, I’m also looking forward to ...