Parents face gifted gratitude in grown offspring dynamic
Dear Annie column notes that parents who routinely help their daughter and son-in-law risk spoiling them, as thanks rarely comes in gifts or gestures. Readers are advised to accept thanks in other forms, while maintaining healthy boundaries. A second reader from Worcester asks about separate bedrooms. Annie confirms it can be normal if sex life remains healthy.
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Unlisted Numbers via Directory Assistance Suggestion
A reader explains an unlisted phone number can be kept out of the phone book by using directory assistance and keeping the name as the lookup key. The tip notes possible monthly fees and security benefits for those who do not want unknown callers.
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