Eric Thomas: It seems she won't be getting married, but she does want to buy a home.
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Harriette Cole: He asked me out, and then said it was unfair to expect him to pay.
Miss Manners: I was shocked -- the plate was nearly empty. Plus: Some people are surprised by...
I want to do fun stuff with the kids. She wants to sit in the house.
Eric Thomas: What's a non-hurtful way to say I'm not going to be spending time with him?
Harriette Cole: We have experience and no qualms about propriety. Plus: Is my mental health more important...
Miss Manners: How do I politely establish my credentials? Plus: Am I supposed to lead my guest...
Problem is, my son and best friend aren't on board with it.
Eric Thomas: What she called a "love box" could have come with stress. Plus: I think my...
I am shocked. Should I confront them about their request to our parents?