… but can you quit boasting about it now? Also: please stop with the drinking. Our elder counsels a letter writer who has multiple problems in her marriage. Dear EWC…
Where are my college friends?
It’s not like I haven’t tried… Our elder has some advice for a student who’s finding campus life lonely. Dear EWC I’m writing today because I feel very lonely. It’s…
Blocked from my brother
My mom and brother had a bust-up, and I can’t afford to go and see him (he’s in the military) without her knowing. Our elder wouldn’t normally suggest going behind…
Just “friends”, but jealous
We’re not in a relationship, but every time we go out drinking one of us gets jealous and we have a huge, embarrassing fight. Oh my, says our elder. Sounds…
My nephew is plain rude
He can’t even say “thank you” and I think that’s unacceptable. I’m not a fan of rudeness, says our elder. But he’s not your child to discipline. Dear EWC I…
Should I bail on the family?
I work for the family business, but our client base is dwindling. Should I be trying to get out now? See if there is a way you can help grow…
I texted my sister’s bf
He seemed cool but says I weirded him out, and now my sis is mad at me. How can I stop feeling like a doofus? You crossed a boundary, says…
My Tinder date’s hand deformity
How should I address it when I meet her in person? I don’t want to be a jerk! Why not speak to her about it now, says our elder. It’s…
I missed choir due to migraines…
… and now my choir teacher feels like I let him down. Focus on the things you can change, says our elder, and have an honest conversation. Dear EWC My…
She says she’s always right!
My friend is rude and clingy, but she’s making me the bad guy. Help! She’s playing the blame game, says our elder — but you don’t have to join in….