by Abigail Van Buren

Dear Abby in Advice April 17, 2021

Distance Tests Strength of Military Couple's Engagement

DEAR ABBY: I've been in a long-distance relationship for 2 1/2 years. We are now engaged, but haven't set a date for our wedding. We are both in the military, and we have maintained this relationsh... continue

Dear Abby in Advice April 16, 2021

Accusations Fly After Friend Develops COVID

DEAR ABBY: A friend of 35 years recently accused me of exposing her and her mother to COVID. She told me she thinks I did it on purpose because I thought so little of them. This is not true! I had ... continue

Dear Abby in Advice April 15, 2021

Long Marriage Becomes Abusive Over Time

DEAR ABBY: My husband's dad, "Adam," is very mellow and can talk to anyone. His mom, "Eve," is friendly, but a little more reserved. Early in their marriage, Adam was a drinker, and my mother-in-la... continue

Dear Abby in Advice April 14, 2021

Mother-Daughter Fight Leads to Threats of Leaving Home

DEAR ABBY: My best friend (since we were babies) and I are having a disagreement. She had two kids when she was 16 and 17 who are now in their early 20s. One of them still lives rent-free under her... continue