by Abigail Van Buren

Dear Abby in Advice January 24, 2021

Parents Are Ready for Chick To Fly Away From Their Nest

DEAR ABBY: Our 21-year-old daughter has been home since March when the pandemic began. She has always been a homebody. Our house is small, and my wife and I no longer can be alone or be physically ... continue

Dear Abby in Advice January 23, 2021

Stressed Hospital Nurse Fears Consequences of Speaking Up

DEAR ABBY: I have been a nurse for 10 years and love taking care of my patients. I have worked at a midsize hospital for 2 1/2 years. Since I started working here, we have been assigned six or seve... continue

Dear Abby in Advice January 22, 2021

Son-in-Law's Distraction May Be More Than Forgetfulness

DEAR ABBY: I'm responding to the letter from "Open-and-Shut Case in Virginia" (Oct. 20), who complained her son-in-law was "disrespectful" because he didn't close cupboard doors, cereal boxes, etc.... continue

Dear Abby in Advice January 21, 2021

Colleague Refuses Payment for Help Above and Beyond

DEAR ABBY: My colleagues and I were recently notified that our company is closing next month. My work partner and I have collaborated closely for four years, and he's an expert at the software I ne... continue