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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 weâre 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?
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.” Isnât support part of a friendâs 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?
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….
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: Iâm dating a wonderful man. My ex-husband and I were friends with him for years. My daughter says itâs âgrossâ that Iâm dating someone who was almost like family and she refuses to accept our relationship….
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: Iâm 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?
Tuesday, October 05, 2010
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