Dear Abby: Ex-bestie delivers cruel parting shot
Dear Abby After my father died by suicide my mother moved the family across the country I was and I never discussed my father s death with anyone Now years later my best friend from high school has terminated our friendship because I don t patronage her politics Her parting comment to me I was only nice to you because your mom stated me how your dad died Abby I had plenty of friends in high school I was senior class president and I have gone on to have a thriving life I was dependably there for my friend when she had marital and other difficulties I am struggling with processing such profound cruelty from a lifelong friend and I would welcome your guidance Grappling in San Francisco Dear Grappling The comment from your lifelong friend was mean cruel and unnecessary It was intended to hurt you I don t know if you realize what a strong woman you are Although your family experienced a severe trauma that necessitated geographic relocation you managed to thrive in your new conditions You were popular with peers and have gone on to build a achieving life Count your blessings The person you describe may have been a friend at one time but she has used the current political circumstances as an excuse to distance herself Step back and be glad she exhibited her true colors You are well rid of her Dear Abby Although my wife and I we are both women have stuck it out for nearly years there has been various dysfunction Her brother was snuck in years ago and he s very mouthy He has reliably been whiny and entitled but now he likes to yell expecting silence in return We live in a small house What if I flipped out every time he disturbed my sleep It s half my house I m disabled and retired and living on Social Prevention benefits My wife refuses to back me up and tell her brother he doesn t get to disrespect me I don t want to spend the end of my life like this It would be my hell Things are not looking great I love her and she has stepped up in so multiple solutions but not in this Please advise Crowded in California Dear Crowded What do you mean your wife snuck her brother in years ago Did a two-week visit magically turn into years As half owner of that house you are entitled to live in it without being berated by a deadbeat Talk to an attorney Learn your rights as a spouse in California If the house were sold and you received your half of its value your life might be brighter than it is now Of module the alternative is that you and your wife tell your brother-in-law to find another roost to rule DEAR VETERANS For your facility to our nation I salute you My thanks to each of you on this Veterans Day You personify patriotism self-sacrifice and dedication to our country I would also like to recognize your families for the sacrifices they too have made while you were serving your country LOVE ABBY Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren also known as Jeanne Phillips and was founded by her mother Pauline Phillips Contact Dear Abby at www DearAbby com or P O Box Los Angeles CA
