A woman faces conflict with her husband over their differing approaches to holiday gift-giving, prompting her to seek advice from Abby.

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.

DEAR ABBY: For many years, I talked too much and overshared. I realized I was the problem, received treatment and overcame it ...

PRIVATE BROTHER IN FLORIDA. DEAR BROTHER: I find it odd that your niece would answer her mother's text unless she was asked to do it.

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.

I find it odd that your niece would answer her mother’s text unless she was asked to do it. Did your sister take offense because she felt her daughter needed defending? Your next step should be to get ...

He does none of the work of actually finding those thoughtfully chosen and tailored gifts for anyone in our family. The job is left to me, and I do not have the time to shop the way he wants me to.

DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have different approaches to holiday gift-giving. I like to pick up nice things that I find ...

I text my older sister often. Last month, I sent her a long message consisting of information and chitchat. To my surprise, it was not answered by her, but by her daughter (who I am not fond of). My ...

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.

The entire situation has now been blown way out of proportion, and we are no longer speaking. Please advise. Dear Private Brother: I find it odd that your niece would answer her mother’s text unless ...

My message was not meant for her daughter, and although the information it contained was not critical or embarrassing, I am ...