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Dear Abby ::

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Cat dumping has readers howling for equal justice

DEAR ABBY: I am writing in regard to the letter from "On the Fence in Nevada" (Sept. 11), whose mother-in-law dumped her grandchildren's cat on the side of the road. I work as an animal safety officer for the sheriff's office, and I also volunteer for a local animal nonprofit.

Monday, November 23, 2009

She enjoys his company, but he can keep his kids

DEAR ABBY: I have been dating "Charlie" for almost a year. We both have children from previous relationships. He has recently been talking about marriage, but as much as I care for him, I am reluctant.

Friday, November 20, 2009

Should 'big girl' listen to mother and just 'settle'?

DEAR ABBY: I'm 32 and a "large girl." I am also intelligent, witty and fun to be around. I make friends wherever I go. The problem is my mother -- who is also big -- keeps telling me that heavy women are not desirable and we must "settle" when choosing a mate.

Thursday, November 19, 2009

Lonely twosome feel better together

DEAR ABBY: Is there anything wrong with having a lover solely for the purpose of sex? He is grieving for his late wife (my best friend), and I am separated from my husband. We're both lonely and have supported each other through our pain. A few weeks ago we decided to become lovers.

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Expressing your gratitude trickier without a letter

DEAR ABBY: Please don't think I'm stupid for asking this, but I need some help. The practice of letter writing appears to be a dying form because of e-mail and texting -- which I'm good at. But when I receive a nice gift, I know the proper way to acknowledge it is to write a thank-you letter.

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

'Cougars' are just logical byproduct of sexual revolt

DEAR ABBY: In your response to the letter from "'Cougar' in New York" (Sept. 3), you invited your male readers to share their thoughts. Abby, cougars are nothing new. They're simply out of the closet.

Monday, November 16, 2009

Great Smokeout adds motivation for one husband

DEAR ABBY: My wife of 25 years, in an effort to get me to stop smoking, refuses to have sex until I quit. It's been more than a year since we made love.

Friday, November 13, 2009

Does neighbor deserve to know about visitor?

DEAR ABBY: My neighbors "John" and "Marcia" are such a nice couple, I'm not sure what to do. I don't know them all that well, but what's going on is extremely upsetting.

Thursday, November 12, 2009

Waiting for M.D.: view from other side of the glass

DEAR ABBY: May I respond to your column regarding excessive waits in doctors' offices (Sept. 1)?

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Husband puts new 'equipment' to frequent use

DEAR ABBY: I am a 38-year-old businesswoman. I was single for many years until I met and fell in love with "Rory," who had been a longtime client. We were married a year ago.

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Couple's 'friend' hits on wife, who won't set limits

DEAR ABBY: My wife, "Paula," and I have a friend I'll call "Mark." I recently learned that before we were married, Mark made a pass at Paula. (He was separated from his wife at the time.) Paula told him she wasn't interested.

Monday, November 9, 2009

Does Dad belong in room while daughter bathes?

DEAR ABBY: I need an unbiased opinion. I am the father of a 12-year-old daughter, "Lia." She catches an early morning bus for school, and I leave for work at the same time her bus picks her up, so I'm in charge of getting her ready.

Friday, November 6, 2009

Boss angered by refusal to share her cell number

DEAR ABBY: My boss wants my cell phone number for "work purposes." He has trouble with limits, and I am reluctant to give it to him. I don't want to receive text messages, unsolicited calls or contact outside of work. My private life is just that -- private.

Thursday, November 5, 2009

Burned on loans, friend in deed wants last word

DEAR ABBY: Please print this for me on behalf of myself and all the other well-intentioned folks out there who have lent money to others.

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Grandpa snubbed when girlfriend sleeps over

DEAR ABBY: My wife and I were visiting our children and grandson "Rhett," age 24. Rhett is a college student who lives at home. He had his girlfriend "Peggy," who lives in another town, at the house for the weekend.

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Readers praise son who shows affection for mom

DEAR ABBY: Thanks for your response to "Alarmed in Apple Valley" (Aug. 28), who was concerned because her teenage nephew shows so much affection toward his mother. I raised an affectionate son who, to this day at age 30, hugs and kisses me no matter where we meet. I raised him with the principle that because he is male does not mean he has to hide his feelings. My daughter-in-law tells me often that she could not ask for a better husband and father to her children.

Monday, November 2, 2009

Newlywed teen daughter sticks too close to mom

DEAR ABBY: I have a 19-year-old daughter, "Caitlin," whom I love very much. Despite a few rocky periods, we have a great relationship.

Friday, October 30, 2009

Daughter puts others at risk by calling from car

DEAR ABBY: My daughter insists that she's a "multitasker" -- too busy to telephone or text except when she's driving. It scares me to be in the passenger seat while she's talking on the phone or picking up toys the baby has dropped from his car seat.

Thursday, October 29, 2009

Parents sacrifice to care for kids with disabilities

DEAR ABBY: On Aug. 10 you printed a letter from an aunt who was upset because her sister, the mother of a child with autism, doesn't have time to join in fund-raising with the rest of the family. While I commend the writer and her family for raising money for autism research, that woman needs to cut her sister some slack.

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Since she had sex with boss, he hits on her constantly

DEAR ABBY: I attended a business-related function with my boss and some co-workers. I had way too much to drink and ended up having sex with my boss. (He offered me a ride to my car and took advantage of me.) If I had been sober, it would never have happened.

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

How does she tell fiance he's eating like a rude pig?

DEAR ABBY: I'm engaged to the man of my dreams. Our wedding is two months away, and I couldn't be more excited about starting my life with "Jeff."

Monday, October 26, 2009

Husband blames her dead brother for son's troubles

DEAR ABBY: My brother "Luke" died young due to drug addiction. When our son "Adam" misbehaves, my husband blames me. He says Adam is going to end up "just like Luke," and it will be my fault.

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