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Newlyweds Have Nothing To Say & Reunion Made Him Feel Like A Failure

DEAR CAT: My husband and I just took our first vacation together and we ran out of things to talk about after the first day! Is this the beginning of the end?

DEAR CAT: I attended my 30 year high school reunion and people learned that my wife and I are divorced. All their apologies made me feel like a failure. Any words of wisdom to snap me out of this?

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Tuesday, January 10, 2012
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Arm’s Length Works For Him & New Year’s Resolution Might Leave Her Friendless

DEAR CAT: I work with a guy who talks so close to your face that you could smell his breath. One day I put my arm straight out to him to hold him back. Was I wrong?

DEAR CAT: This year I’m making a New Year’s resolution to avoid all friends who are in pathetic relationships. But then I think, will I have any friends left?

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Tuesday, January 03, 2012
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Teacher Gets Schooled By A Former Student & This Friendship Is In The Sand Bucket

DEAR CAT: I recently ran into one of my high school teachers. I never liked him back then and I let him know that when I ran into him. My wife thinks I was unnecessarily rude but it felt great to tell him to stick it. Your call?

DEAR CAT: My friend’s family took a vacation with my family and it was terrible. Her children were rude to my parents and she did nothing about it. Since then my husband and I have kept our distance but I need advice on how to repair this.

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Tuesday, December 20, 2011
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Neighbor Goes Overboard With Holiday Gifts & She Can’t Get Over A Lingering Love

DEAR CAT: One of my neighbors gives gifts for every holiday. It is nice of her but it’s overboard. In terms of etiquette, do I have to reciprocate?

DEAR CAT: Ten years ago I fell in love with a man and I never got over him. We barely communicate but part of me is still waiting for him. How can I move on when these feelings linger?

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Tuesday, December 13, 2011
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He Really Stepped In It & Coworkers Need To Work On Their Attitude

DEAR CAT: I was on a date with a guy when he stepped in doggie doo doo. He freaked out and I was somewhat embarrassed by his tantrum. I’m considering not seeing him anymore.

DEAR CAT: At my work I feel constantly attacked and I think they are trying to get rid of me. My coworkers talk about me behind my back and I don’t know what to do.

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Tuesday, December 06, 2011
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