Dear Readers, I spent a couple of hours yesterday on Jones Aquatic Center’s “Lazy River.” If you’re anywhere near Emporia , I recommend checking it out. Tubing not only cools you off, but it’s a terrific way to relax and experience Summer fun at a slower pace.
Dear Amy: After many years, and with the help of prayers and science, I am pregnant and - along with my family and friends - looking forward to a celebratory baby shower. My issue is whether I must invite a narcissistic sister-in-law (my brother’s wife), or if it is appropriate to only invite her daughters, ages 10 and 14. Over the years my relationship with my SIL has deteriorated to the point that she refuses to speak to me, and we have to have separate family holidays. I would never invite this person to any event, but her daughters and I maintain a loving relationship. From your perspective, is it appropriate to address the invitation to my nieces alone? I would really miss their presence, but cannot stand the thought of their mother attending this special day.
Dear Amy: I have one son and two grandsons. The older grandson, age 17, appeared at his prom wearing a full-length purple gown with nail polish to match.
Dear Amy: I have been divorced for two years. I frequently see my two young daughters, and remain on decent terms with my ex.
The City of Augusta recently started road work on north Ohio Street between Belmont Street and 70th Street. In the process they have shut down Ohio Street going north. The City has allowed drivers to find their own solutions to getting around the construction.
Dear Amy: I have this “thing” about needing to drive, no matter whose vehicle it is. I have to drive.
Dear Amy: My first wife, “Stacey,” and I married young. She loved me.
Dear Amy: My in-laws are in town. They are staying at our apartment.
Dear Amy: My partner “Michael’s” father, “Ned” walked out on their family when Michael was a teenager. It was a nasty divorce, leaving behind many emotional and financial scars.
Dear Amy: I have a 12-year-old daughter who belongs to a youth group at church. When she joined, the leaders asked for her cell number so they could contact her about activities.