My mom died and left me a house. Should I send money to my drug-addicted brother? It’s your house, says our elder — and you don’t need to enable him….
I’m 17 and I want a baby!
My boyfriend and I would make great parents, says a letter writer. Steady on, counsels our elder. Be careful what you wish for… Dear EWC I just turned 17. I’ve…
Should I stay or should I go?
There’s an opportunity for me in Montana, but I don’t know anyone! Take a risk, says our elder. Dear EWC I’m a 19-year-old living in Ohio. I have not yet…
They’re his friends, not mine
I moved country to be with my husband but I really don’t like his friends. Don’t let him take you for granted, says our elder. Dear EWC My husband and…
That’s not my name!
A letter writer doesn’t want to hurt her friend, but she needs to put her straight about something. Don’t put it off any longer, says our elder. Dear EWC How…
I think Mom is depressed
A letter writer just wants her mom to get better. Can our elder help her to ask for the support she needs? Dear EWC Hello. I’m a sophomore in high…
I can’t talk to my friends now?
A letter writer’s boyfriend hates it when she messages her friends. Our elder is pretty clear on what she needs to do. Hey, I am angry/upset with my boyfriend. I…
Pranked by two small kids!
Can our elder help a babysitter who is constantly cleaning up after two naughty children? Perhaps it’s time to find another job… Dear EWC I baby sit two children, Lucas…
A party invite with strings
I’m a guest! Do I have to get there early and help? Our elder advises a letter writer who’s rowing with her husband about party etiquette. Dear EWC My husband…
Am I just taking Mom for a ride?
A recovering alcoholic is relying on her mom… for now. Is this OK? Our elder has some compassionate words. Dear EWC Hello, Must be brief, as my story is too…