Dear Annie: My friend only sends one-word texts and I’m always the one reaching out

Dear Abby: Widower boyfriend still acknowledges wedding anniversary

I thought it was a little strange. She has been gone for two years, and I found myself feeling somewhat hurt.

Asking Eric: My 17-year-old daughter won’t consider taking a gap year before college

"It is like she does not even hear me talking to her."

Asking Eric: Ready or not - this 17-year-old is heading to college, doesn’t want to take a gap year

Parents worry that their daughter isn't "ready" for college life. But she seems raring to go.

Dear Abby: I find it odd my widowed boyfriend and his family still celebrate his wedding anniversary

It makes her uncomfortable that they continue this tradition. Is she off-base?

Dear Annie: Neighbor is taking attendance at church

At neighborhood cookouts, and casual gatherings, she will say, in front of others, “I didn’t see you in church on Sunday.”