When Is Enough, Enough?

Dear Short Answers: My husband recently threw out his back and has been barely walking for the past 3 weeks. At first, I waited on him hand and foot and made him rest. He basically sat in front of the TV every minute that he was home while I brought him dinner and snacks and [...]

Why Buy the Cow When the Milk’s So Cheap?

Dear Short Answers: My girlfriend wants to get married.  The trouble is that we really need the alimony she gets from her ex. How do I make her understand that? The BF Dear BF: We are not prudish but it strikes us as nothing short of offensive of you to be living off another guy’s [...]

When to Hold It, When to Fold It

Dear Short Answers: I’m getting married soon. I have saved a great deal more money than my intended and I want to keep my savings separate, at least for awhile.  But I think it will hurt my new husband’s feelings. What do you think? Wife to Be Dear WTB: This sounds like the subject for [...]

Brave New World

Dear Short Answers: Under what circumstances is it acceptable to elope? Thinking About It Dear Thinking: It is quite acceptable if it is what you and your intended wish to do. If necessary, remind relatives and friends that it really is about the two of you. Like Unlike

Caveat Emptor

Dear Short Answers: My husband will be having minor surgery next week, although it does require total anesthesia. I was planning a short holiday with friends. Should I cancel? He says no, that he can get a neighbor to get him home. Looking Forward to Florida Dear LF: Are you kidding? If you go, you’ve [...]

We’re with Your Wife on this One

Dear Short Answers: I used to ski a lot until my knees gave out and then I had to stop. A friend recently suggested that I try snowboarding instead. My wife can’t stop laughing. She says that I will look ridiculous on the slopes with all the “boarder” kids (I am well past 50). At [...]

Are You Kidding?

Dear Short Answers: My wife constantly asks me if she looks fat.  She is a little fat. What should I say? Hubby Dear Hubby: Just say “no.”  This is not a request for constructive commentary. 1 person likes this post. Unlike

High or Mighty?

Dear Short Answers: I huff and puff and breathe very hard when I mountain bike with my wife at 9,000 feet and she is in the lead. Is it just the altitude or is it my wife? Signed, Anonymous and out of breath Dear Anon: Sounds like you think it’s a bit of both.  Are [...]

Out of the Closet

Dear Short Answers: An engaged friend took both moms to shop for the bridal gown. The groom’s mom took pictures of the chosen dress and is passing them around to family and friends. The bride is devastated that her gown is no longer a secret. What should she do? Friend of the Bride Dear FOB: [...]

Did We Mention a Sense of Humor?

Dear Short Answers: What are the basic requirements for a good marriage? In Love, Not sure Dearie: First, you have to like yourself. Second, you have to like the other person. Third, you need to agree to duke out the tough ones. Door Slamming; no leaving. 1 person likes this post. Unlike

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