Dear Annie: Should I reach out to my son once more, even though he refuses to talk to me?
Dear Hurting: I’m truly sorry you’re caught in such a painful situation with your son. It sounds as though your heart -- filled with love and care -- is being met with accusations and silence, and that’s simply not right. Family matters are often messy, and while your intentions might be good, misunderstandings can lead to hurt feelings.
Dear Annie: Somehow, my son has become convinced that I’m the villain in his story
I’m reaching out with a heavy heart and a mind full of memories. My oldest son, who once called me frequently and with whom I shared countless stories over long phone calls, now seems a stranger. He’s married,
Dear Annie: A mother's heartache: Reaching out to my son
I cherish the memories of our warm conversations and the simple joys of staying connected, even from afar. I’ve tried to reach out — leaving calls, sending texts and even
Dear Annie: My son is acting like we’re strangers after a misunderstanding
The relationship we had is now shrouded in misunderstanding and silence, and it’s hard not to feel that this rift might be irreparable. I’m torn between continuing to extend my hand in love and stepping back to protect my own heart from further pain.
Dear Annie: My son cut off contact after family misunderstanding
But now, he’s made it clear that he’s determined to shield his wife and daughters, even going so far as changing their contact information, which makes me feel completely cut off. I’m at a complete loss.
Dear Annie: How can I fix my relationship with my son?
In today's Dear Annie column, a frustrated mother seeks Annie's device on how to deal with troubles between her and her son.
Dear Annie: I’ve been brokenhearted since my son cut me out of his life
I’ve tried to reach out — leaving calls, sending texts and even mailing a card to my granddaughters — in hopes of rekindling the closeness we once shared. But now, he’s made it clear that he’s determined to shield his wife and daughters,
Dear Annie: I really want to ask my brother why he reneged on offer to loan me money for a car
Dear Annie: Three years ago, my older brother received a $60,000 settlement, and I believe it changed his perspective on ...
Dear Annie: How can people find joy in their work, even if it’s not their dream job?
DEAR ANNIE: It saddens me to see so many people who don’t enjoy their jobs. I was fortunate; I spent 42 years as a teacher, ...
Dear Annie: How can I stay true to myself while embracing change?
In today's Dear Annie column, Annie hears from a reader seeking advice on transitions at various stages of life.
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Dear Annie: I live in fear of my unhinged neighbor who shouts obscenities through our shared wall
I moved into my bungalow six months ago. My new neighbor, we’ll call him “Jeremy,” who I share a very thin party wall with, ...
Dear Annie: My daughter may be stealing from me, and I don’t know what to do
Dear Annie: I have noticed things missing in my house. After visiting my daughter’s house, I have noticed some of these ...
Dear Annie: My girlfriend suddenly started falling asleep in social situations
"It was humiliating, almost as if she were on something. I looked into it—no medical issues, no substance use. It only seemed ...
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Dear Annie: My frustrating friend refuses to call me on the phone, it’s texting or nothing
Dear Annie: I’ve known my friend “Ella” for over 50 years. In the last few years, for whatever reason, she only wants to ...
Dear Annie: Suspecting my daughter of stealing
I have noticed things missing in my house. After visiting my daughter’s house, I have noticed some of these things at her ...
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Dear Annie: Is girlfriend’s snoozing in social situations a wake-up call for relationship?
I looked into it -- no medical issues, no substance use. It only seemed to happen when she didn’t want to be somewhere.
Dear Annie: Why do people choose careers they don’t like?
In today's Dear Annie column, Annie Lane suggests financial obligations is a major deciding factor in careers people choose.