My mom and I recently got into an argument about her mortgage. I’m on the mortgage and title to her home because she couldn’t afford to be on it by herself and needed my income and credit to help her.

I have asked and she responded by saying, “I can’t. I need you.” When I asked again this last time, she blew up at me.

My spouse and I host regular meetings of a book club. It has been very successful; lots of people attend. We serve wonderful food and wine. Related Articles. Dear Abby: ...

It’s been a good six weeks since I’ve had a proper shower, and I find no justification for it other than I don’t enjoy it.

DEAR ABBY: My spouse and I host regular meetings of a book club. It has been very successful; lots of people attend. We serve wonderful food and wine. Two attendees rarely miss this event, although ...

A woman seeks advice on how to convince her mother to release her from a mortgage they share, as it is causing family conflict and hindering other financial plans.

DEAR ABBY: My mom and I recently got into an argument about her mortgage. I’m on the mortgage and title to her home because ...

A host is frustrated with two uninvited spouses who attend their book club but contribute nothing valuable to the discussions.

My spouse and I host regular meetings of a book club. It has been very successful; lots of people attend. We serve wonderful food and wine. Two attendees rarely miss this event, although ...

My spouse and I host regular meetings of a book club. It has been very successful; lots of people attend. We serve wonderful food and wine. Two attendees rarely miss this event, although they have ...

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They come by default with their spouses, whom we did invite. My spouse and I wonder if they have ever read any book, much ...