In today's Dear Annie column, Annie Lane weighs in on a spouse who is tired of covering for her husband's absences.

Dear Annie: Spending time with one of my closest friends has become exhausting. She constantly talks about how unhappy and ...

"My husband pouts and refuses to come with me when I visit our kids and grandkids, choosing instead to stay home watching TV ...

I went on a 10-day girls trip with five other women, including my best friend. By the third day, I realized I was being ...

I accept they’re dealing with serious personal issues, but the heartbreak of their behavior is slow to dissipate.

Dear Confused: You can’t save someone who doesn’t want to be saved. Your cousin is making destructive choices, but she’s also ...

I love my cat, and I don’t think it’s fair to give him up, especially when I’ve gone above and beyond to accommodate my ...

The care of their 92-year-old mother is too much for one person. But one sister isn't willing to give it up, even though ...

I was out having lunch with a friend I’ve known for many years. We met when our children were babies; they are grown adults ...

How do I get across to a sibling that she can’t order me to come and be a caretaker for our ailing mother? Mom is almost 92 ...

Nurses deserve both respect and protection for the critical work they do. Below are two perspectives from fellow nurses ...

Be kind but firm; let her know you value her, but you simply can’t meet all her emotional needs. Encourage her to explore new interests and build a more independent social life. If she resists or ...