My dad does hard drugs and now he’s asking me and my brother to pay the bills. What can I do? Dear EWC Soooo, I know my father does hard…
College turned bro into a jerk
A letter writer’s brother went to college and now he won’t stop fighting with their mom. Stay out of their arguments, says our elder, and tell yourself the things you…
Hands off my grandson!
My ex has moved on and I don’t care if his new partner is nice! Our elder has some empathetic words for a letter writer who is struggling with her…
Stop the negativity, Mom!
My narcissistic mother is ruining my life, says a letter writer. You need to get away from her as soon as possible, advises our elder. Dear EWC My mom is…
Mom’s paranoia is outta control
I’m about to go to college, but worried about my mom — her conspiracy theories are increasingly wacky! Ask for help, says our elder, but don’t let it get in…
Sick of mom’s user siblings
My mom’s brothers and sisters are just using her for money, and I can’t stand it anymore. Tread carefully, says our elder — it’s her problem, not yours. Dear EWC…
Go back to work, dad!
A letter writer is worried about his dad — he’s not been the same since he retired. Do our elders have any tips on how to cope? Dear EWC My…
Flaky wedding guests
I missed out on my dream wedding the first time — and now it looks like it’s about to happen again! Should I cancel? Our elder suggests taking it down…
Dad, about my birthday party…
When your parents divorce, can you invite them both to your birthday? Our elder has some tips on how to avoid the awkwardness. Dear EWC My parents just barely separated…
I feel like a freeloader
A letter writer feels bad about their parents paying for everything. Our elders are charmed by this unusual 17-year-old. Dear EWC I hope you’re having a good day so far….