A daughter in Mississippi is struggling to maintain her relationship with her elderly father, who insists on driving despite being unable to do so safely. The daughter and her brother have pleaded with their father to stop driving, as their mother was killed in a car accident caused by an elderly driver. The stepmom encourages the father to continue driving, adding to the daughter’s frustration. Dear Abby advises the daughter to consult with the father’s doctor and inform the police about the situation, as there may be nothing more she can do to convince her father to stop driving.
In another scenario, a friend in Pennsylvania is uncomfortable with the public displays of intimacy between his best friend and his new partner of the same gender. The friend has expressed his discomfort to his best friend, but the behavior continues. Dear Abby suggests clarifying what actions make the friend uncomfortable and either discussing it again with the best friend or arranging to see them in a less public setting.
Dear Abby columns are written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and can be contacted online or via mail. The advice given in Dear Abby columns aims to help individuals navigate challenging relationship situations with compassion and understanding.
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