The Everyday Diplomat: Mother-in-law’s Medical Condition
Dear Everyday Diplomat, My elderly widowed mother was rushed to ICU and is now in a coma. She has been the Social Security representative payee for my disabled adult brother. Her bills, his bills, are all piling up and none of us (her other adult children) know what to do. None of us are named […]
The Everyday Diplomat: Game of Thrones Obsession
My best friend is obsessing over Game of Thrones. Now that the end is in sight, she is constantly harassing me with the latest predictions, theories, and ruminations over her favorite characters. I like Game of Thrones too, but I don’t need to be thinking about it 24/7. It may be a cultural phenomenon but […]
The Everyday Diplomat: Worn Out
Dear Worn Out Disclaimer: The Everyday Diplomat is not a therapist and gives tactful, practical advice on the basis of life experience. This column is written for entertainment purposes only. I have a friend who runs hot and cold. When invited to his home, he is a most gracious host and lots of fun. In […]