In a recent Dear Abby column, a woman shares her dilemma about her boyfriend’s mother, who has dementia. Her boyfriend asked her to move in with him and take care of his mother in exchange for marriage, but she refused as she felt it was a disaster waiting to happen. After putting his mother in a nursing home, the relationship has changed, and the woman is unsure of what to do next. Dear Abby advises her to move on, as her boyfriend’s resentment is unlikely to diminish.
In another letter, a man describes his wife’s constant emotional abuse and lack of listening. He contemplates accepting a sizable sum of money from his mother, on the condition of not telling his wife, and leaving the marriage. Abby suggests talking to an attorney and legally declaring independence before accepting the offer.
Lastly, a reader asks for advice on what to do with a portrait of herself in her wedding dress, which has sentimental value. Her children have declined taking it, so she wonders whether to throw it away or leave it up to them after her passing. Abby advises keeping the portrait until the children have a change of heart, as they may value it in the future.
These letters exemplify the range of relationship challenges individuals face and seek guidance on from Dear Abby. To read more advice from the column, visit www.DearAbby.com or send letters to P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.
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