A reader was caught off guard by her college best friend’s request of a plus one, considering how poorly her relationship with the ex ended. But did she overreact? By Philip Galanes Last year, my best ...

Let’s be honest, exes are usually exes for a reason. Most breakups don’t end with handshakes and brunch plans next Saturday. But of course, in some cases, people do part on good terms and even remain ...

Elyse and I stood in the driveway of my empty home, surrounded by suitcases. “I can’t go with you to the airport. It’ll make me too sad,” she cried. I nodded, choking back sobs. I was moving from Maui ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: A few years back, my octogenarian husband severed relations with a longtime friend and colleague who is outspoken about his bigoted, religion-based views. My husband let this person ...