Why won’t my high school let me, asks a letter writer. Our elder may have a plan… Dear EWC I want to be homeschooled or do online school, and my…
Bullied by my in-laws
My in-laws’ behavior is so hurtful that I’m considering divorce. Our elder says: it’s time your husband had a word with them. Dear EWC I have been with my husband…
I can’t talk to my friend IRL!
A letter writer is happy that she’s made a new friend on Instagram — but they’re too shy to talk to each other in real life. Can our elder help…
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…
My mom made me do it…
… but now I want her back! A letter writer let his family talk him into leaving the woman he loves. Can our elder help him save their love? Dear…
Can I be a mentor?
A letter writer feels that she has a lot to offer — but doesn’t necessarily want a baby. Our elder has some helpful tips on mentoring children. Dear EWC Hi…
Strict parents ruined my life
My parents never let me do anything, and now I can’t be happy. You’re an adult, says our elder — so start living the life you want. Dear EWC I…
Help! I got caught cheating
He cheated on a test and now it’s eating him up inside. Can our elder help make it right? Dear EWC I cheated on a test and my teacher caught…
He’s a 10, I’m a 4
A letter writer doesn’t feel that she deserves her wonderful husband. Can our elder convince her otherwise? Dear EWC My husband is by far the sweetest, kindest, smartest, funniest, most…
I just miss my best friend!
When best friends end up at different schools, is it selfish to want things to be the same as before? Not at all, says our elder — but you can…