"I often speak to people who have lost a husband or wife who have been married for a long time and there is always a feeling ...

I’ve given my nephew birthday and Christmas gifts every year, despite rarely receiving a thank-you, let alone any love or appreciation from him. I work very hard and have limited funds. I’ve stressed ...

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.

Regardless of your beliefs, wishing your loved one a happy heavenly birthday can provide a sense of comfort while giving you ...

DEAR ABBY: I have suspected for many years that my son is gay. I don’t understand why he would feel he can’t talk to me about his relationships. I would love him regardless.

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.

DEAR ERIC: I am a 35-year-old gay man. My mother is a duplicitous, bitter woman and my father is a weak-willed, hateful, homophobe. I don’t particularly care for either one of them, and have ...

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Dear Annie: My husband and I finalized our divorce in April after nearly a year of separation. I’m at a loss as to what to do now when it comes to my ex’s birthday and Father’s Day.

Dear Annie: I’m 45 and trying to move forward after the end of a 15-year marriage that left me emotionally and financially depleted. In my early 20s, I was an ambitious, college-educated ...

Dear Abby: I became ill a few months ago and spent 10 days in the hospital before moving to a rehab center to recover. My husband worked at the facility where I became a patient.