When we are their guests, we always go all out to show our appreciation ... they do not show the same courtesy ...

DEAR FEELING USED: The next time the woman calls and asks to visit, tell her it “isn’t convenient” or you have “other plans” ...

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

She knew she wasn't allowed to have anyone over while the parents were away, but daughter's new boyfriend spent the weekend.

We asked our 19-year-old college daughter, "Lulu," to dog-sit and housesit sit several months ago. She knew our rule of no ...

Then, on his actual birthday, leave the hosting to his mother. (Hopefully, she will.) If she agrees, go there with a smile and try not to let your anger ruin the milestone occasion. Dear Abby is ...

Then, on his actual birthday, leave the hosting to his mother. (Hopefully, she will.) If she agrees, go there with a smile and try not to let your anger ruin the milestone occasion. Dear Abby is ...

Then, on his actual birthday, leave the hosting to his mother. (Hopefully, she will.) If she agrees, go there with a smile and try not to let your anger ruin the milestone occasion. DEAR ABBY ...

DEAR ABBY: My husband’s 50th birthday (we’re ... Then, on his actual birthday, leave the hosting to his mother. (Hopefully, she will.) If she agrees, go there with a smile and try not to ...