Dear Eric: After doing all chores and maintenance around the house for 40 years I advised my husband he must help. Not sure if it’s a benefit or curse. I give instructions as to how things work best, ...

Dear Eric: When I saw the summary from the letter writer whose wife spends all her time online instead of helping with all their yardwork and housework (“Doing It All Myself”), I was afraid my husband ...

Dear Eric: We have a dilemma that may seem trivial but it’s driving us crazy. We’re fortunate enough to have a vacation house on a small island. Water is kind of expensive, relatively. While we love ...

Dear Eric: Your advice to “Messy House” regarding the disconnect between chores and cleanliness was spot on. The letter writer was frustrated that her 79-year-old husband does a poor job of cleaning ...

Dear Eric: My good friend Helen and I both have 16-year-old daughters. Last year, my daughter made a small, beautifully decorated cake for Helen’s daughter’s birthday. My daughter decided to gift ...