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My son, his wife and my grandchild live with her parents. The problem is that her parents have so much clutter and mess around it’s awful. I worry about my grandchild being around this. My son is also ...

In today's Asking Eric column, R. Eric Thomas responds to a grandparent who is concerned about their in-laws' messy home.

I empathize with your son’s position, but the mess is his to address, not yours. There may be parts of this living situation ...

Dear Managing: That’s a graceful and succinct reply. And, as you said, truthful. I’m sorry for the loss of your son and I’m grateful for the wisdom you shared. We don’t have to hide ourselves from ...

The past year without a cat must have been so hard for you. It’s a rough transition after being with cats your whole life. There are solutions that can take into account what your future might look ...

Read more Asking Eric and other advice columns. Send questions to R. Eric Thomas at [email protected] or P.O. Box 22474, ...

I’m sorry for the loss of your son and I’m grateful for the wisdom you shared. We don’t have to hide ourselves from others, ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: There are many examples of technology and bad behavior merging, and I ask for your opinion regarding one ...

I empathize with your son’s position, but the mess is his to address, not yours. There may be parts of this living situation ...

Dear Eric: I’m a 78-year-old widow, who has been without a cat for one year now; first time in my life. Is it fair to adopt a ...

I’m a 78-year-old widow, who has been without a cat for one year now; first time in my life. Is it fair to adopt a cat if I ...