Dear Still a Woman: You have every right to seek companionship and joy in this stage of your life. You spent years putting ...

Dear Hurting Stepmom: Loving someone does not mean enabling them. You have gone above and beyond, but addiction is a battle ...

I’ve been married to a wonderful man for over 10 years, and during that time, I’ve grown to love his son as my own. My stepson, “Brian,” is now 28 and has struggled with drug addiction for ...

Annie Lane’s second anthology -- featuring favorite columns on marriage, infidelity, communication and reconciliation -- is available as a paperback and e-book.

Dear Used Up: You’re not out of line. Your daughter is closer to 30 than 20, which means at this point, she should be taking care of moving on her own, or hiring help if she needs it. But as long as ...

Advice Dear Annie: My family held grudges against me when I was a child and now I’m doing that with my stepkids Published: Jun. 27, 2025, 11:30 a.m.

Advice Dear Annie: How can I stop repeating the unhealthy patterns I grew up with? Published: Jun. 27, 2025, 6:00 a.m.

Dear Annie: My family used to hold grudges against me and now I'm doing the same thing to my stepchildren. How do I break the cycle?

It’s time for a calm, honest conversation with Jake. Let him know that while you appreciate his family’s traditions, the lake house visits have become more stressful than relaxing. Ask for his support ...