Ask Someone Else's Mom by Susan Writer

Ask Someone Else's Mom in Advice October 17, 2019

Cubicle Chatter Drives Coworker Nuts

DEAR SOMEONE ELSE’S MOM: I work in a cubicle centered between two others. We do customer service, so everyone is on the phone most of the day. We do have downtime, though, which I like to use to ge... continue

Ask Someone Else's Mom in Advice October 16, 2019

Some Wounds Take Generations to Heal

DEAR SOMEONE ELSE’S MOM: This will sound a little nuts, but my dad is upset that I’m dating a guy from Germany. I was raised Jewish, and although we’re not overly observant, my father can’t forgive... continue

Ask Someone Else's Mom in Advice October 15, 2019

Sibling Rivalry in Blended Family Raises Red Flag

DEAR SOMEONE ELSE’S MOM: I now live with my daughter, new husband (DH) and his son (SS) during the week. My fit, 15-year-old daughter did gymnastics before and now is on a swim squad. My SS is almo... continue

Ask Someone Else's Mom in Advice October 10, 2019

New Dad Tires of Always Getting Dragged to Pediatrician Visits

DEAR SOMEONE ELSE’S MOM: I know it’s important to my wife that I be an involved dad, and I really am trying to be, but I’m having a hard time making it to all the appointments scheduled with the pe... continue