Every now and then, someone close to us can make an offhand remark that ruins the mood in an instant. One of our readers recently shared a story about an awkward moment with her teenage niece. What ...

They often turn to me for advice, and in turn, they teach me how to stay relevant. They also help me stay connected and feel less isolated. I never set out to be the "cool aunt." But somewhere between ...

My 25-year-old niece is getting married in four months. Five years ago, she lost her father in a tragic accident while her parents were on vacation. Since that time, she has come out as gay and grown ...

DEAR AMY: I’d like your input regarding a family drama. My sister and I have not been speaking to each other for quite a while. My niece (her daughter) is getting married, and I reached out to this ...

Dear Annie: This is a long story, but I will try to keep it short. I gave my mother a couch and chair as she was in desperate need of furniture. The furniture was my downstairs furniture, and I felt ...

Dear Eric: A few months ago, I discovered I was not invited to my niece’s wedding this summer. She is the daughter of my only sibling. I was told when I asked my sister if I needed to save the date. I ...

Dear Amy: I’m 64 and a widow, living in my own home. My sister is finally getting divorced after 30 years in a terrible marriage. She has a 21-year-old daughter. She is going to be moving in with me ...

DEAR ABBY: I have been married for 27 years. Most of them have been miserable. My husband has been a functioning alcoholic for more than 40 years. I consider his behavior emotionally abusive. I hate ...

Dear Eric: A few months ago, I discovered I was not invited to my niece’s wedding this summer. She is the daughter of my only sibling. I was told when I asked my sister if I needed to save the date. I ...