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Dear Prudence 2011:
Advice on manners and morals.
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- He'd Like a Virgin Dear Prudence advises a woman who lied to her fiance about her sexual past—during a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
Sept. 19, 2011 - Deadly Family Secret My mother-in-law hid a life-threatening condition that could strike my child. How can I forgive her?
Sept. 15, 2011 - Am I Dating a Swinger? Dear Prudence advises a woman who craves a monogamous relationship but can't seem to find one—during a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
Sept. 12, 2011 - Longtime Companion Is it OK to hide my gay affair since my wife doesn't want sex anymore?
Sept. 8, 2011 - The Nudist Next Door Dear Prudence advises a reader whose new neighbor needs better curtains—during a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
Sept. 6, 2011 - Give Grandpa a Kiss-Off? A creeping suspicion tells me to keep my father-in-law away from my kids. Should I listen to it?
Sept. 1, 2011 - Type "R" for Revenge Dear Prudence advises a woman who got her cheating ex fired by sending a nasty email—in a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
Aug. 29, 2011 - My Twin Sister Says I'm Fat Prudie offers advice on twins entangled in family rifts, rows, and rivalries.
Aug. 25, 2011 - Past Imperfect I want to bury my wretched childhood, but the new in-laws insist on a rehash.
Aug. 18, 2011 - Fibber McGee Comes Clean Prudie advises an elderly man consumed with shame over his chronic lies.
Aug. 11, 2011 - Sexy Cougar or Dangerous Predator? Dear Prudence offers advice about a May-December encounter that the victim deems harmless—during a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
Aug. 8, 2011 - Take My Wife, Please I convinced her to bed another man, and now I'm insanely jealous.
Aug. 4, 2011 - Baby Blues Dear Prudence advises a woman who regrets adopting a child—in a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
Aug. 1, 2011 - A Minor Flaw I'm dating a man who was charged with soliciting a teen for sex; I wish I'd never discovered this!
July 28, 2011 - Confronting the Queen Bees Dear Prudence advises a teen who longs to stand up to her cruel classmates but fears retaliation—in a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
July 25, 2011 - Cat Got Your Tongue? A woman involved in the mysterious disappearance of a feline doesn't know whether to cover up or confess.
July 21, 2011 - Bozo Boyfriend's Nose-Job Nightmare Dear Prudence advises a man who convinced his girlfriend to have plastic surgery that left her disfigured.
July 18, 2011 - Almost Famous My rock-star ex wants his sexy photos back. Should I relent or play hardball?
July 14, 2011 - Should a Former Hottie Burn the Evidence? Dear Prudence advises a woman whose ex-husband took nudie pictures of her and still has them—during a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
July 11, 2011 - An Innocent Man An ex-girlfriend falsely claimed I raped her. How do I reveal this hurtful incident to future love interests?
July 7, 2011 - Boyfriend Is Thick as a Brick Dear Prudence advises a woman who is reluctant to wed her dim-bulb suitor—during a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
July 5, 2011 - A View to a Thrill Neighbor boys peep at my scantily clad daughters. Should I have them cover up?
June 30, 2011 - All Dogs Go to Heaven Dear Prudence advises a dying husband on whether to confess his infidelity—during a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
June 27, 2011 - Loving Thy Neighbor I have sex with the couple next door. Should I tell my kids about it?
June 23, 2011 - Fatherly Advice Dear Prudence advises a dad whose wife fears he'll abandon the family in favor of his long-lost daughter—and other Father's Day advice seekers.
June 16, 2011 - Sloppy Stay-at-Home Mom Prudie advises a man whose wife is great at everything except keeping the house neat—in a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
June 13, 2011 - Businessman on the Road to Ruin My wife doesn't know I visit strip bars and porn theaters while away on business. But that's not cheating, right?
June 9, 2011 - The 40-Year-Old Mean Girl Prudie advises a former bully whose kids are being mistreated by her victim's children—in a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
June 6, 2011 - The Accused A young neighbor's unfounded claims put my family in danger. Should we allow the girl back into our lives?
June 2, 2011 - Oversharing Father Dear Prudence advises a reader whose father left home after being caught cheating with a man—in a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
May 31, 2011 - Dangerous Liaisons I caught my relative in a sexually compromising position—should I intervene to stop his deadly habit?
May 26, 2011 - A Predator in the Family Dear Prudence advises a reader whose pedophile relative victimized generations of kin—in a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
May 23, 2011 - Un-Bridal Passion I had sex with a friend who's getting married. Should I bow out of his wedding party?
May 19, 2011 - Mom Loved Fluffy More Than Me Dear Prudence advises a reader whose late mother preferred the company of her cat to that of her children—in a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
May 16, 2011 - Losing My Religion Prudie advises a formerly devout man wrestling with the revelation that he's no longer a believer.
May 12, 2011 - Pregnant Widow Dear Prudence advises a woman who discovered she's pregnant after the sudden death of her husband—during a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
May 9, 2011 - The Mother Lode Dear Prudence offers Mother's Day advice regarding a swearing granny, a distant daughter, and a combative wife.
May 5, 2011 - The Bridesmaid Wore White Dear Prudence advises a bride whose attendant threatens to upstage her—during a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
May 2, 2011 - I'm Not a Child Bride People think my husband is a pervert because I look like a kid. How can we explain?
April 28, 2011 - The Redheaded Stepchild Dear Prudence advises a mom-to-be who doesn't want her husband's older kid underfoot when the baby arrives—during a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
April 25, 2011 - Big Love I met a great woman online, but I'm not attracted to her body type. Is our blooming connection doomed?
April 21, 2011 - My In-Laws Should Be Outlawed Dear Prudence offers advice on overly critical, criminal-minded, and cringe-worthy in-laws during a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
April 18, 2011 - I'll Have What the Toddler's Having Dear Prudence advises a woman whose partner eats only unsophisticated kids' food.
April 14, 2011 - Baby on Board Dear Prudence advises a mom weary of rude subway riders interfering with her baby's commute—in a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
April 11, 2011 - Dating a Cyber Snooper My boyfriend hacked into my email and now uses my sexual past against me. Should we break up?
April 7, 2011 - Let's Tie the NOT! Dear Prudence advises a reader whose mate is reluctant to wed, even after five years and a baby together—in a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
April 4, 2011 - A War of Words I'm proud of my Marine brother. What do I say when people denigrate the military?
March 31, 2011 - Awkward Family Photos Dear Prudence advises a reader who accidentally sent sexy self-portraits to her in-laws—in a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
March 28, 2011 - Financial Affairs I want to bequeath money to my mistress in my will. Is that wrong?
March 24, 2011 - This Baby Shower Is a Wash Dear Prudence advises a reader who thinks her brother impregnated his girlfriend to steal her own baby's thunder—in a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
March 21, 2011 - A Fool for Love My wife is super hot but dumb. How can I make the best of our union?
March 17, 2011 - Teacher Gone Wild Dear Prudence advises a schoolteacher caught on tape acting a drunken fool—in a live chat at Washingtonpost.com.
March 14, 2011 - I Can't Relate My estranged half-sister wants to get to know me, but I'm afraid my parents won't approve.
March 10, 2011 - Dead Letters at the Office Prudie counsels an office worker who found love letters while cleaning out the desk of a recently deceased colleague that are not from her widower—and other advice-seekers.
March 7, 2011 - Diamonds Aren't a Girl's Best Friend My ex is blackmailing me for sex. How can I get out of it?
March 3, 2011 - Nightmare Vacation Prudie counsels a reader who regrets her promise to take an ailing family member to Disneyland—in this week's live chat.
Feb. 28, 2011 - Looky-Loo Landlady She ogled me while I was naked. Should I move out?
Feb. 24, 2011 - The Surrogate Smother Prudie counsels a woman who isn't invited to her own child's birth—and other advice seekers.
Feb. 22, 2011 - In a Lather Over Bath Time My husband showers with our 5-year-old. Is it time to stop the communal bathing?
Feb. 17, 2011 - Stupid Cupid Dear Prudence offers Valentine's Day advice to sour singletons, duped daters, and weary wives live at Washingtonpost.com.
Feb. 14, 2011 - You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling Dear Prudence advises the undersexed, unwedded, clingy, and creeped out, in time for Valentine's Day.
Feb. 10, 2011 - Good Grief Prudie counsels a reader whose sadness over her cat's death is testing her husband's patience—and other advice-seekers.
Feb. 7, 2011 - Mom's Playing Favorites I can't stand one of my kids and love the other to pieces. Am I a bad parent?
Feb. 3, 2011 - Acts of God Prudie counsels a churchgoer who's lacking in the sympathy department—and other advice-seekers.
Jan. 31, 2011 - A Pointed Debate My nipples show through my blouse sometimes. Is that a faux pas?
Jan. 27, 2011 - Your Money or Your Life Prudie counsels a military wife whose boss won't give her leave to see her soldier off to war—and other advice-seekers.
Jan. 24, 2011 - Mom's Gone Mental Her crazy accusations are a threat to our family. Should we allow her around the kids?
Jan. 20, 2011 - Don't Cheat Yourself Prudie chats live at Washingtonpost.com with a woman who dreads telling her husband she was unfaithful—and other advice seekers.
Jan. 18, 2011 - The Bitter End My boyfriend demands a type of intimacy that I don't like. Should I give in or hit the road?
Jan. 13, 2011 - Babes in Arms Prudie counsels a reader who doesn't want to hold your newborn—and other advice seekers.
Jan. 10, 2011 - Stranger Danger My sister is dating a convicted sex offender, and it's tearing the family apart.
Jan. 6, 2011 - The Tyrannical Toddler Prudie counsels a mother whose 3-year-old frustrates his grandmother to no end—and other advice seekers.
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