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Dear Eric: My husband who used to be active and social, has fallen into a funk. This has been going on for some time. He just sits all day and watches TV or is on his computer. I believe him to ...
Dear Eric: I read the letter from “Outside Only”, who had a guest at a Fourth of July party who said it was too hot outside and spent the evening inside. I know you were answering the host ...
Advice Asking Eric: My grandmother’s dementia is heartbreaking for my family Published: Jun. 09, 2025, 4:00 p.m. Memory loss due to dementia Dreamstime/TCA By R. Eric Thomas ...
Dear Eric: Via complete happenstance I have recently become aware of my oldest friend’s death about a year ago. Mary and I grew up across the street from one another in the ’60s and ’70s.
Dear Eric: In the age of Ozempic weight loss, I have an etiquette question. When you see a friend who has lost so much weight, what is the proper thing to say? Saying, “Wow, you look great ...
In today's Asking Eric column, R. Eric Thomas responds to someone who is unsure about re-connecting with an old friend after a bad ending to their relationship.
Dear Eric: I started a new job this year at age 58. I am working at a position which is much lower in wages and responsibilities than the last job I had.
Dear Eric: I own a nice home with a pool. I have friends that often call me to ask me if I want to go lay out in the backyard or sometimes, they’ll just call and ask if they can come over to use ...
Dear Eric: I’m an avid gardener in a suburban neighborhood, and in turn, I meet lots of neighbors. There’s one lady who keeps stopping by with questions for her yard, which I’m happy to share.
Advice Asking Eric: I don’t want my friend smoking at my house Published: May. 26, 2025, 4:00 p.m.
In today's Asking Eric column, R. Eric Thomas responds to a question about a mother-in-law who is often critical of her son-in-law's habits.