There’s also the razor-sharp diva way of responding to this – “I pursue joy, darling; see if you can relate.” But a lot of folks are genuinely curious about what an unstructured day looks ...

DEAR ERIC: My husband and I have been married for 21 years. When we met, we both had children from previous relationships. His son, Pete, was 12 at the time, and my daughter was 8. We did our best ...

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DEAR ERIC: I have a friend of about 10 years. We see each other three to four times a month. Frequently this is for a dog walk in a park or hiking trail. Also, we go to events, museums and dinner ...

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Asking Eric: My ex-husband’s new girlfriend is causing a problem with our children Jul. 30, 2025, 4:00 p.m. Tell them, “I know that you don’t get along and I respect your feelings.

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Dear Eric: I’m in my 70s and have a friend who’s been part of our group of friends for many years. I’ve always had an issue with how she treats my husband and me when we visit. When we enter ...