DEAR ABBY: My husband of 4 1/2 years had an old girlfriend he was on and off with for 15 years. She passed away while he was in prison. We got married three months after he was released. The thing is, when he sleeps, almost every night, he says her name and how much he … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My brother has ALS and lives in another state. He has a wife and children. His wife has decided that when family visits from out of state, they need to stay in a hotel instead of their house because she does not have the capacity to host. I understand that it is stressful … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I are celebrating our second anniversary. For the most part, we’re very happy. He’s the best friend I’ve ever had. The problem is his family. They’re wonderful people who have welcomed me with open arms. But they are also extremely clingy and lack common boundaries. We recently moved to a … Read more
These longtime lovebirds are a rare breed. The newly crowned “oldest married couple” in the world is an adorable pair of former Big Apple centenarians who met during World War II — and now swear by the power of staying curious, having lunchtime beers and simply “loving each other.” With a combined age of 216 … Read more
Sleeping apart might not be the key to happiness in a relationship. Recent trends such as “sleep divorce” have highlighted the benefits of sleeping separately from a partner, sometimes even inhabiting different rooms. The Scandinavian sleep method, a cultural design to improve sleep quality in Nordic countries like Sweden and Norway, has popularized the concept of … Read more
Roses are red, violets are blue — these brides are breaking tradition and keeping their identities, too. Taking the plunge without taking their new husbands’ last names is a growing trend among ultramodern millennial and Gen Z gals. They’d rather stick with what’s on their birth certificates than sacrifice their selfhood in the name of … Read more
DEAR ABBY: Our granddaughter, “Amy,” who shows in 4-H, decided to take her stepdad’s last name when appearing at the fair. Our son, her father, is a big part of her life. This is the second year in a row she has done this, and it hurts me and my husband deeply. Her mother, stepdad … Read more
It pays to say “nay” to a big day — according to one money-conscious mother-of-the-bride. Blowing wads of cash on a wedding bash isn’t worth it to Kate, a mom of four daughters, who’s bribing her brood to forgo saying “I Do” with extravagant nuptials. “I will pay each of my daughters $35,000 not to … Read more
Six in 10 Americans say a recurring smell in the home has caused an argument or awkward conversation. According to a new survey of 2,000 Americans who live with a partner, roommate, or family member, 58% said they’ve had arguments over recurring smells in shared spaces with culprits ranging from trash smells to post-gym stink … Read more
This housewife is putting the “holy” in “holy matrimony.” He didn’t create the heavens and the earth, nor did he part the Red Sea — but that’s not stopping this tradwife from worshiping her husband like a “god.” However, naysayers are deeming her devoted discipleship a sin against feminism. The proud stay-at-home wife detailed the … Read more
Victoria Garcia is in the advanced stages of dementia, and doesn’t speak much at all. She is being cared for at home in Dapto south of Sydney by her husband Antonio, whom she met when they were teenagers in Spain more than 60 years ago, and her daughter Cecilia Leha. Leha said her mother now … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I have a special-needs son and cannot travel with him alone. I have also been in a committed relationship for two years. When my aunt’s youngest daughter got married last year, I clearly stated that I would not be able to attend because of these limitations. Now her son is getting married. The … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I am a man who was widowed 11 months ago. I met a woman on a dating site, and we clicked immediately. We have been enjoying each other’s company for several months. We have a long-distance relationship. She lives three hours away. Although she indicated on the dating site her status as “separated … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I’ve been married for 49 years. Of course, we’ve had our ups and downs. My husband, “Sid,” said he was joking at the store the other day. When I talk, I gesture with my hands. A woman was coming down the aisle while I was talking, and Sid warned her, “Watch out! She’s … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I’m in an eight-month relationship with a man who is a sexy good dancer. (I’m also a good dancer.) My dilemma is, he attracts a lot of female attention on the dance floor, and sometimes women aggressively come up and dance next to us, vying for his attention (which we usually ignore). Most … Read more
It seems some people are too smart for sex. A new study has revealed that there’s a lot more to it than just being a “choosy” bachelor or bachelorette. The research found that sexlessness is linked to a mix of genetics, social quirks, and the kind of lifestyle choices that may make you the person … Read more
More like hus-banned. A hard-working woman who left her spouse to his own devices while away on a three-week business trip has gone viral with an account of the wreckage that awaited upon her return home — leaving readers are crying, laughing, and collectively saying: yikes. Taking to Reddit, the put-upon partner shared the saga of … Read more
For many newlyweds, adopting a new surname is part of the excitement of married life, often seen as a symbol of love and new beginnings. But for one bride-to-be, changing her last name might leave her stuck with a title that’s more embarrassing than romantic. Taking to TikTok, TikTok creator Izzy Trimborn explained why she and her … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I am frustrated with my husband. We have been together 18 years. When it gets close to my menstrual cycle, he gets into an angry panic for us to be intimate because he travels for work and is home only four nights a week. If we’re not able to, he pouts, then becomes … Read more
Do you think New York City is romantic? Lots of people have answered, “I do.” Belvedere Castle — perched atop the second-highest natural point in Central Park, Vista Rock — was ranked among the top proposal spots in the world, according to a new study by bridal brand A Diamond Is Forever. It’s listed as … Read more