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Is Her Engagement More Important Than Her Friendship? And....Surprise, You're Meeting The Parents!

DEAR CAT: My friend’s only focus in life is to get married, while I am more career-oriented. She didn’t even congratulate me when I passed a second bar exam. Are my priorities so out of line that non-lawyers cannot understand?

DEAR CAT: Without discussing it with me first, my boyfriend told his parents that we’re going to their house for Thanksgiving. I do want to meet them, but not for the first time on such a huge holiday. What should I do?

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Tuesday, November 02, 2010
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Her Friend Called Marriage "A Sham" & When Money Tests A Family's Trust

DEAR CAT: My husband and I are having a big “reconciliation party” and my friend won’t attend because she says our marriage is “a sham.” Isn’t support part of a friend’s job?

DEAR CAT: My wealthy great aunt and uncle are currently in poor health and I’m worried about my father and stepmother’s intentions. Am I wrong to keep them in the dark about the health status of these elderly people?

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Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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The Recipe For Ending A Friendship & Getting Demoted To "Friend"

DEAR CAT: My close friend stopped talking to me after I neglected to follow her specific recipe instructions. I thought she was just being silly but she considers this a matter of trust….

DEAR CAT: My girlfriend and I were in a busy hospital waiting room when she saw one of her “friends.” She went to say hi, and next thing you know, they’re kissing! I don’t know if they’re having an affair, but it troubles me….

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Tuesday, October 19, 2010
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Is He Nervous Or Just Not Interested? And...Her Daughter Hates Her Boyfriend

DEAR CAT: I’ve reconnected with a college friend and I know we have feelings for each other but he’s made comments about avoiding settling down. Is that just nerves talking?

DEAR CAT: I’m dating a wonderful man. My ex-husband and I were friends with him for years. My daughter says it’s “gross” that I’m dating someone who was almost like family and she refuses to accept our relationship….

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Tuesday, October 12, 2010
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Can A Car-less, Apartment-less Guy Be Arrogant? And Her Boots Are Made For Wearing

DEAR CAT: I’m 25 years old, car-less, and living with my grandparents. Otherwise I’m an ambitious hardworking guy. Will women look down on me for not having a vehicle or my own place of residence?

DEAR CAT: I love to wear my white cowboy boots all year. Friends say this violates post-Labor Day style rules. Your call?

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Tuesday, October 05, 2010
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