The advice column Dear Annie is written by Annie Lane.Publishers of Creators
To Annie, please: I’m not even sure where to start. Angie and I have been dating for eight months. To me, she is everything. She claimed to have fallen in love with me within the first month, and I fell in love with her immediately.I get shouted at for almost everything I say anymore, though. For example, when I contacted her for the first time today at 2:30 p.m., she said, “What do you want?” When I ask her what she’s up to, she responds, “It’s none of your business,” and ends the conversation. For us, this is a normal discourse.I never cheated on this girl, Annie. I’ve always been kind to her. If I simply stop talking to her and start dating someone else, is that cheating? The awful thing is that I desire no one else. I’m not sure, though, how much longer I can tolerate this. — Should I Stay or Should I GoDear Should I Stay: You should inform Angie that the relationship is over before you begin seeking for someone else. You shouldn’t lower yourself to her level just because she isn’t treating you well.You won’t realize you don’t want anyone else until you start looking. What a clean break and a little time can accomplish will astound you.
To Annie, please: I wish to give my two married children a portion of the small amount of money I will be inheriting. Additionally, I would like to give my daughter’s two small children a gift of money to help with their future educational expenses. My son and his spouse are childless and probably won’t be for some time. Many years ago, they lost their lovely twins who were born too soon.When it comes to allocating funds, I want to be humane and equitable. Do you think my son will feel that the distribution is unjust if I give my two children the same amount and our two grandchildren a reduced amount? I understand that I have complete control over the inheritance, but I don’t want to offend anyone. We are all good-natured and reasonable individuals. — A Conundrum for GrandmaGreetings, Grandma You are a very compassionate grandmother, as evidenced by your sensitivity and regard for everyone’s feelings.It is very reasonable to give each child the same amount as well as extra money set aside for your grandchildren’s schooling. However, since your son and daughter-in-law went through such a severe loss, it’s a good idea to think about how this can impact them emotionally. To demonstrate extra thought, you may also give them something special, like a trip, if you’d like.
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