DEAR ABBY: My beloved sister passed away a year ago. We always got along beautifully. Now that she's gone, her husband has expressed an interest in me and would like us to be a couple.
I have always regarded him as a brother, and he has treated me accordingly. However, I must admit that he has a special place in my heart.
Would it be wrong of me to encourage him, Abby? We'd both appreciate your opinion. Please do not use my name. -- HER SISTER ON LONG ISLAND
DEAR SISTER: I see nothing wrong with you having a future with your former brother-in-law. You have years of shared history in common, and that can be the basis of a very successful union.