Unspoken rules often guide how we handle awkward moments, especially when protecting someone’s image. But when honesty clashes with loyalty, things get messy. One Reddit user shared how a casual lunch ...

Dear Annie: I have a cousin with whom I’ve had a cherished lifelong friendship. We meet several times a year halfway between our homes and sometimes at each other’s homes with our families. We often ...

When a cousin of mine retired at 65, we all figured he was set for life. He'd always held down a good job, and I knew from talking to him that he had plenty of money socked away in savings. Recently, ...