My sister and niece want to stay with me but it has never gone well in the past. Help! Our elder thinks that some tough love might be in order….
USA trip or my dad’s dream?
I’ve been offered a once-in-a-lifetime student exchange — but it clashes with my dad’s dream holiday. What should I do? Take the family holiday, says our elder. There will be…
My sister has no friends
She’s struggling at her new school and I’m worried for her. It’s great that you care about your sister, says our elder. Let her know you’re available if she wants…
It’s not your problem, Mom!
Since losing my brother to cancer, my mom likes to get involved in everyone else’s problems. How can I get her to back off? Take it gently, advises our elder….
Mom calls me lazy
My parents expect me to look after them but they don’t appreciate anything I do. It’s time to put your needs first, says our elder. Study for your future, and…
It’s my hair, Mom!
I want a weave but my mom is still scarred from having to take out my last one. It’s your hair, says our elder. You have the right to choose…
I may have punched a wall…
This is a scary time for everyone. Our elder has some advice for a letter writer who just had a fight with his dad. Dear EWC I’m 19 and living…
Covid cancelled my wedding
Everything was paid for, and then we had to cancel. I am so disappointed! You cannot control this virus, says our elder, but you can still get married. Have a…
Don’t take my phone away, Mom!
My mom cut off access to my phone, so I bought one of my own. Then she found the FedEx slip… Our elder has some advice for navigating a difficult…
My alcoholic dad
I pay for everything — but my dad still makes me out to be the villain. Let’s get one thing straight, says our elder. You don’t owe your dad anything….