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A Good Guest Doesn't Always Bring A Gift & He Has To Choose Between Mom & Dad

DEAR CAT: We’ve received party invitations stating that the hosts do not want gifts but we’ve attended such parties where guests still brought expensive gifts. What is the proper thing to do?

DEAR CAT: I’m 17 yrs old. For the first time ever I have to choose where to spend Christmas. I like the idea of spending it with my dad but should I feel bad about not spending this holiday with my mom?

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Tuesday, December 15, 2009
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He's Back-Pedaling Now That He's Caught & She's Had It With Her Daughter's Attitude

DEAR CAT: I gave my wife an expensive bicycle built for two but she wouldn’t ride it with me. Without her knowing I started riding it with a single, female neighbor friend. My wife found out and now insists that I sell the bike.

DEAR CAT: One of my daughters hs a chip on her shoulder, blames me for all her emotional problems and she is always on the defensive. I’ve tried everything but I’m ready to give up and not bother with her anymore.

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Tuesday, December 08, 2009
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His Wedding Might Break His Family's Bank & A Dishwasher Comes Between Friends

DEAR CAT: My brother is getting married on a cruise ship in Miami before departing for the Caribbean with his in-laws. Most of our family lives in the northeast yet my brother expects us to fly there for the 30 minute event…..

DEAR CAT: I borrowed money from a friend which I repay in small monthly installments. Recently she made a snide comment about an appliance I purchased and I can’t get the comment out of my head…..

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Tuesday, December 01, 2009
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Hiding A Party Video From Her Boss & 'Mostly Nice' Husband Has A Fierce Temper

DEAR CAT: I attended a surprise party for a colleague whose wife filmed it for their family webpage. I wasn’t drunk or acting odd but I don’t want anyone seeing footage of me outside the office….

DEAR CAT: My husband is mostly kind, funny and a good person but he has a terrible temper. I want him to seek counseling but he has yet to do so. I’m worried things will just get worse….

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Tuesday, November 24, 2009
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He Has A 10% Chance Of Getting Her Back & Free Tickets? No Thanks.

DEAR CAT: I met Jane while I was in a relationship. Now I’m single and trying to get back with her but she is so hot and cold. She says she wants to see me, then she ignores me. I cannot read this girl….

DEAR CAT: My wife and I always spend Thanksgiving with her family but this year we invited her parents to visit us. I offered to pay for the tickets but they don’t want to travel. I want to convince them and make it a surprise to my wife….

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Tuesday, November 17, 2009
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