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What Should I Do About a Neighbor Who Verbally Abused Her Child?
A reader who overheard a neighbor shouting cruelties at her young son wonders whether, and how, to intervene.
How Can I Convince My Wife That She Cheated Her Siblings?
While dividing up her late mother’s belongings, a woman claimed an extremely valuable artwork for herself, purposely hiding its worth from her fellow heirs.
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How Can I Possibly Trust My Daughter After She Betrayed Me?
In the course of offering financial advice, a mother shared a personal story about her marriage with her adult daughter, who later forwarded the entire exchange to her father.
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Why Is My Stepson Excluding Us From His Wedding Plans?
A reader is hurt by her stepson’s efforts to keep her away from his fiancée’s family, including a future in-law who dismissed her as “not blood.”