This youth obsession is getting to me. Is it all over for me at 29? Wow, you need some new friends, says our elder. You are just getting started! Dear…
Homeschool without parents?
I want to move out of home, but I still have to finish high school. Can I do this without my parents? Most of the country is homeschooling right now,…
I’m scared of marriage
My parents did not have a great relationship and I have a fear of marriage. What can I do? A fear of marriage is not uncommon, says our elder. Try…
Grand Canyon or summer job?
My friend is planning a summer road trip but I don’t know if I should go. Can we really do Florida to the Grand Canyon in a week? It sounds…
Relative’s text wasn’t funny
I texted a relative when they were at work and was a bit stung by their reply. Were they angry with me? Take them at their word, says our elder….
Quarantine relationship cracks
My boyfriend is not supporting me through quarantine — he won’t talk on the phone or Facetime. Should we break up? He does sound detached, says our elder. Maybe you…
Vegas chapels are calling me
I want to marry my boyfriend and we happen to be in Las Vegas right now. Should I drag him to the chapel? Whoah, says our elder. Don’t do anything…
Work newsletter woes
I contribute to a work newsletter and was disappointed to see that they edited out some of my latest column. Should I say anything? It’s all part of being a…
Rude in-laws; should I pay?
My daughter’s future mother-in-law has been off with me — but now she wants money for a baby shower. Should I pay? Yes, says our elder. She’s been rude, but…
Stay friends with drinking ex?
My boyfriend just broke things off because he wants to fix himself — but he still wants to be friends. Should we? Our elder has some very specific advice for…