by Abigail Van Buren

Dear Abby in Advice September 26, 2020

Wife Starts to Resent Man's Constant Demands for Gifts

DEAR ABBY: I feel uncomfortable receiving gifts, and I find it hard to meet my husband's requests for constant gifts, especially when I feel I already give so much. He constantly asks me to buy him... continue

Dear Abby in Advice September 25, 2020

Warring Kids Are Barriers in Couple's Relationship

DEAR ABBY: I got married to a wonderful guy 14 years ago, but after a year of marriage, our children (his 10-year-old and my 12- and 13-year-olds) couldn't stand one another and caused a lot of pro... continue

Dear Abby in Advice September 24, 2020

Mom Makes Snide Remarks About New Boyfriend's Weight

DEAR ABBY: I'm a 35-year-old single mom. I've dated a few people over the last seven years, but none of them wanted to commit. Several months ago, I started seeing "Joey," a friend of a couple of y... continue

Dear Abby in Advice September 23, 2020

Transgender Playmate Poses a Challenge to Girl's Grandma

DEAR ABBY: My 7-year-old granddaughter, "Leyla," has a playmate who is a transgender girl. My fear is that she may find out the truth and feel betrayed by her playmate as well as me. Should I expla... continue