My dad works abroad and my mom is seeing another man. Should I tell Dad? Absolutely not, says our elder. Be kind to both your parents. Dear EWC I am…
Why won’t Mom accept I’m gay?
My mother is very supportive of the LGBTQ+ community — except when it comes to her own daughter. In the absence of magic pixie dust, our elder tries to help…
I want the old Dad back
Since my dad was diagnosed with MS, our relationship hasn’t been the same. Take a deep breath, says our elder, and resist the temptation to argue with him. There are…
Stop racking up dental bills!
My mother-in-law keeps taking my kids to the dentist and expecting me to pay. Is that right? Absolutely not, says our elder. Make it clear that you are their mother….
When will it be my turn?
I’ve always looked after others — but nobody looks after me! It’s time to make the change happen, says our elder. Dear EWC From a young age, I’ve been the…
I want my parents to divorce!
Can I give them an ultimatum? That’s a bit harsh, says our elder. Why not try sitting down and talking with them instead? Dear EWC I am 23 and an…
Where’s the free daycare, Mom?
I’m expecting my first child and asked my mom to look after her while I’m at work. She said no! Was I wrong to expect her to help? Our elder…
New Surroundings: The Movie
But will the movie of my life have a happy or sad ending? Our elder counsels a letter writer who is having trouble settling into his new home with his…
One last party before college?
I’m going to college soon, and my parents aren’t making a big deal out of any of my “lasts”. Why can’t they see this year as special? Try to see…
I gave up my happiness for her…
… and she’s still not happy! Should we move (again!) just to please my wife? I can understand your resentment, says our elder. Why not give marriage counseling a try?…