I want to stay strong and not allow fleeting memories of past good times to cloud my decisions about this or any future ...

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA ...

On one hand, I want to support her through this difficult time; on the other, I can’t condone her continued spending.

"It’s heartbreaking to see her struggle, but in spite of her illness, she still indulges in these expensive habits despite needing to save every penny." ...

Dear Abby helps a woman with a friend who has fallen into financial troubles and another with a family conflict.

DEAR ABBY: A close friend — whom I’ve been urging for years to save for a rainy day — is now facing a very real storm. She was diagnosed with breast cancer and is undergoing treatment. Knowing her ...

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA ...

My husband has a female friend he grew up with. They have exchanged "happy birthday" texts for many years. However, they have ...

DEAR ABBY: My husband has a female friend he grew up with. They have exchanged “happy birthday” texts for many years. However ...

DEAR ABBY: I have an old friend who lives an hour from me. I visit her for the day and come home. I have never invited her to ...

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My wife’s best friend from high school, “Nelly,” has become a very successful businesswoman. Each year, ...