An adult grapples with the emotional burden of caring for a mother who was missing throughout childhood. Faced with this history, the writer questions whether to offer support now that the parent is aging.

One partner’s lively, globe-trotting work schedule has led to envy for the person left at home. Though the traveling partner insists these trips are no vacation, the letter writer questions whether such complaints are genuine.

A letter writer to “Dear Annie” describes a marriage that feels stagnant. They profess love for their spouse, yet they’re often annoyed when he’s around, prompting questions about the future.