A letter writer has been invited to join a math club but doesn’t know whether to take the plunge. Go for it, says our elder. You never regret doing; only…
Cheater husband put me down
…and I’m still getting over the loss of our baby. There’s a lot going on here, says our elder. Is this what you want for the long haul? Dear EWC…
Will I catch head lice?
I don’t want to go to my friend’s party because she has head lice. How can I tell her? Be honest, says our elder. Dear EWC Hey, so my really…
Use my name, Mom!
My parents know that I’m transgender but my mom still has trouble using my preferred name. Give her time, says our elder. It sounds like she’s trying to adjust. Dear…
I dumped my fiancé by text…
…and now I want him back! Does he hate me? Confide in him, says our elder. You can make it through this. Dear EWC I am 19 years old and…
Son sleeps over; I’m left out!
I used to appreciate help with my son, but now I feel that my family just cares about him — not me. Am I overreacting? I bet they’re still interested…
Am I a failure?
Community college or trade school? They’re both good options, says our elder. And, no, you are absolutely not a failure. Dear EWC I live in low-income housing with my mother…
Can I date a single mom?
I really want to date this girl, but I’m scared of messing things up with her daughter. Take a chance, says our elder. You’ll do great! Dear EWC A new…
Guilty about my friend-crush
I had a crush on my friend, and I don’t think I behaved well. How can I make it up to her? I want to be a good friend. Tell…
Thank you for not smoking
How can I get my boyfriend to quit smoking? I’m afraid it’s up to him, says our elder. You have done everything you can. Dear EWC Hello, I am hoping…