New Girlfriend is only 6 years Older than Daughter
Q. My daughter keeps making excuses to not meet my new girlfriend. It might be because my girlfriend is only six years older than my
daughter. What can I do?
Caution: Dangerous Senior Drivers
Q. My father, at 88, is a danger on the road. My mother acknowledges this, but since she doesn’t drive, she’s not willing to help get him to stop. What can I do?
– L.M. Ft. Lauderdale FL
Uninviting Your Ex’s Girlfriend to your Daughter’s Wedding
Q. I asked my daughter not to invite my ex to her wedding with his girlfriend. She did anyway. Can I tell him not to bring her?
–L.E. San Antonio, TX
Internet Porn Leading to Divorce
Q. My wife thinks it’s cheating because I look at porn on the internet. Now she’s talking divorce. What’s the deal?
Cancer Secret
Q.“I have been diagnosed with cancer and don’t want our friends to know until after my surgery. My wife says we are going through this together and she needs friends “to talk to.” I understand but who’s right?” — R.T. Atlanta, GA
Widow in, Divorcee out
Q.“I find that being widowed doesn’t seem to exclude one of my friends from our group’s social gatherings where we all used to participate as couples. Often, those invites exclude me now that I am divorced. What gives?” –M.R. Boston MA
Retired Husband Driving Wife Crazy
Q.“My newly retired husband is driving me crazy. He micromanages everything I do. He interrupts my routines and expects me to spend 24/7 with him. Help!” –M.K. Sunrise, FL
The Age Factor and Unemployment
Q. I’m 64, highly qualified, seeking a professional job, yet I keep getting turned down. Any suggestions?
– E. M. Charlotte, NC
A Vacation Without Her Husband
Q. My wife of 32 years announced she wants to go on a vacation with her girlfriends. I don’t understand why she suddenly wants to go without me. She says it’s “not about you.” What is she saying?
– T.L. Chicago, ILL
Caring for Parents Long Distance
Q. I live near my elderly parents and my sister lives 300 miles away. She’s always calling and asking how they are and what she can do to help yet I’m here doing it all. Realistically, what can she do?
–W.M. Spokane WA
Separate Beds?
Q. We recently stayed in a hotel room with separate beds. I slept better than I have in years. I suggested separate beds at home but my spouse thinks it will be the demise of our relationship. What’s your opinion?
– K.R. Miami, FL
Son Moving Back Home
Q. Our 26 year old son lost his job several months ago and wants to move back home “for a while.” My wife and I have different reactions. What do you think? Are there advantages and disadvantages?
– S.B. Columbus OH
Kindle, Nook or Book?
Q. I finally started using a computer after my daughter convinced me. Now she wants to buy me a Kindle or a Nook. I love reading books the traditional way. What do you think?
–- L.S., Portland MA
