As the political divide widens, two teenagers find themselves caught in the crossfire of opposing beliefs. A “Dear Abby” advice column highlights just how easily partisan issues can seep into friendships.

A distressed mother shares her deep regrets over the choices she made, calling out for help through an advice column. She believes her feelings of sorrow and remorse will never go away, hoping that someone can guide her toward healing.

A family is torn when a man’s long-time mistress arrives at his funeral, accompanied by their child. Now, the grieving relatives must decide if she should be barred from the service and whether her right to grieve outweighs their own feelings of betrayal.

A concerned husband has revealed that his wife has been secretly visiting her ex-husband. Unsure of how to approach her or address his suspicions, he turned to Dear Abby for advice on maintaining honesty in their relationship.

A young mother of a 7-month-old is anxious about her husband’s career ambitions, as he’s constantly on the lookout for new positions. Despite their otherwise good relationship, the possibility of uprooting the family leaves her uncertain about their future.

In a recently published “Dear Abby” column, a restaurant patron questions whether the 20% tipping guideline still holds up in today’s economy. As menu prices climb, the tip can sometimes match the cost of a smaller entrée, sparking debate over where gratitude should end and costs should begin.

A widower grapples with whether pursuing a new relationship tarnishes the memory of his late wife. In seeking companionship, he wonders if it could serve as the personal therapy he needs to heal.

A Pennsylvania man wrote to “Dear Abby” about his wife’s disrespectful behavior, claiming she calls him obscene names to provoke laughter in public settings. Now, he’s seeking guidance on how to stop the humiliation and salvage their relationship.

One mother’s letter to “Dear Abby” underscores the pain of a broken parent-child bond. While she removed her son from her will following his estrangement, she struggles with the guilt and wonders if she is justified in excluding him.

In a heartfelt letter to “Dear Abby,” a woman in her mid-30s describes her two-year relationship with an “incredible” man. Despite their strong connection and four children between them, she worries his reluctance to commit may signal an uncertain future.