They’re constantly on the phone, and she even FaceTimes him topless! You’re going to have to talk with him, says our elder. This can’t continue. Dear EWC My husband is…
Mom doesn’t know I’m divorced
She’s 92 and has dementia, but I feel bad keeping it a secret. Should I tell her? Usually I’d say that honesty is best, says our elder. But this time,…
My mom or my partner?
I want to move in with my partner but my mom says she will disown me. I’m 29! She is a black hole of neediness, says our elder. I suggest…
My wife and her projects
After losing her job, my wife has kept herself busy with “projects”, but I’m worried she’s neglecting our kids. She’s doing what is best for her mental health right now,…
No more favors for my FIL
My in-laws are always asking for us to do stuff and my wife can’t say no. Our elder has some tips on how to establish boundaries. Dear EWC My wife…
“Nothing in common”
My husband won’t change the record. Do you think he wants me to leave? Don’t give up, says our elder. Find some new interests that both of you can enjoy….
Too close to his ex in-laws
My husband is close to his ex wife’s family and it makes me feel so insecure. Should I just suck it up? I can understand your discomfort, says our elder….
He called me his ex’s name!
My husband called me by his ex-wife’s name. Should it still bother me? We all have a mental burp once in a while, says our elder. Let it go. Dear…
Stay or get married? I’m 16
I met this girl who lives in another state. I know she’s the one. Should I leave home and marry her? I met my own wife young, says our elder….
I know I’ll be a widow
How should I prepare? Our elder has some advice for a letter writer contemplating life on her own. Dear EWC My husband has been drinking a six-pack + of beer…