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Dear Abby: I am marrying an amazing man next year. We have been together for six years. I’ve always gotten along with his family and know they will be great in-laws. However, I’ve noticed that they cater to my fiance’s older sister. She’s 30, but acts like she’s 13.

Dear Abby: I have a colleague who has become an amazing friend over the years. We plan dinner dates or work conferences periodically, and we also try to book spa appointments together when we have vacation time.

Dear Abby: I’m a single man who has a female friend who is also single. We live about a half-hour apart, so for the last 25 years, much of our relationship happened on the phone. We talked almost daily.

Dear Abby: I was married for more than 40 years. My ex now badmouths me to everyone. He got to our grown daughter during our separation, and it’s clear she’s on his side. He’s a very intelligent narcissist who manipulates people and they’re not aware of it. Our divorce took three different lawyers and cost me thousands, which was his intention. Should I open up to my daughter and try to get her to understand why I can’t be around him? I don’t want to alienate my only child. — Free ...

Dear Abby: My husband inherited a nasty habit from his mother. He calls people “crazy” to discredit them so he can win arguments and stifle discussion. I have told him it’s lazy to pass judgment on someone that way. It also shows the world how ignorant he is, because he thinks he’ll win every argument by playing the crazy card — a personal attack.

Dear Abby: I’m a widow in a new relationship. I was molested for years by an older sibling. When my behavior became troublesome — skipping school, becoming antisocial — I was sent to a reform school for several years. The sibling was sent into the army.

Dear Abby: I’m a newlywed. My husband and I are looking for a house to settle down in, but we’re struggling to find one we like and can afford. My in-laws, who are moving, offered to sell us their house for a very generous price. The house is in a great neighborhood, but it’s old, outdated and has HVAC and plumbing problems.

Dear Abby: My wife of 41 years passed away four years ago. I’m in my mid-60s. I have sought grief counseling to fully process her loss. The counselor has encouraged me to maintain and expand my peer relationships. The counselor has also encouraged dating, which I have tried, but no romances have resulted.

Dear Abby: A friend of mine lost her husband a couple of years ago. I didn’t think she was looking for love or companionship, but all of a sudden she has met a younger man, and I’m concerned. I have observed several red flags, but I’m not sure if I should say something.

Dear Abby: My adult granddaughter, “Kaia,” is in a relationship with “Jenny.” Jenny’s stepmom doesn’t believe in gay marriage or homosexuality. Jenny’s family doesn’t allow Kaia in their home. Kaia is excluded from all holidays and family functions.