A man turns to Dear Abby after his parents repeatedly say no to dinner at his place. Though they spend time with other relatives who have bigger families, they refuse his invitations—and he wants to know why.

A single son believes his parents are putting other family members first, raising questions about fairness and priority in family life. Published by Gloucester Daily Times, this Andrews McMeel Syndication piece delves into a concern many families may relate to on some level.