The Basics

Dear Short Answers: I have 3 grandchildren who NEVER write thank you’s. I wouldn’t even object to an email or phone thank you.  My friends tell me not to bother buying for them, but I LOVE to do so….Birthday’s, Halloween, Valentines, etc.  I take a lot of time choosing exactly what they would like and [...]

Love and Kisses

Dear Short Answers: I have my 11 year old grandson over every Sunday. We have a great time, but my daughter has a million rules that I think are far too restrictive for an 11 year old. I follow the rules as best I can, but wonder if it is worth talking to her about. [...]

Live Close By, Visit Often

Dear Short Answers: I am getting ready to move out of my mother’s house. However, there are family issues that are preventing me from finally getting my own apartment. 1. My grandmother lives with us. She is 79 and growing senile. 2. I have a 4 year old brother who is a handful. My mother [...]

The Sandwich Generation

Dear ShortAnswers: I am living with my daughter since I lost my job.  Now she expects me to take care of her kids!  Does she have nerve? Dear Mad Granny: Short answer:  No, you do.  Play by her rules or move out. Like Unlike