Asking Eric: ‘No flowers’ is fine, but don’t ask for donations and then leave my check uncashed

Dear Eric: I have been recently looking over my canceled checks and realizing how many are the result of personal requests ...
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Asking Eric: Giving to other charities leaves me with less money to support my favorites

Many are the result of personal requests from friends and family to support runs, walks, book fairs, swims, and also favorite ...

Asking Eric: After nearly half a century, holiday hostess reaches limit

Dear Overwhelmed: I don’t want to sound flippant here, but if they’re insulted by you stating that you’re at capacity and can ...

Asking Eric: Handling donation fatigue during times of loss

I often write that thank you notes are not a lost art. Acknowledgement is more than a courtesy. However, as you mentioned, ...

Asking Eric: If I suggest a hotel, they’ll be offended, but I can’t deal with them in my home

Dear Overwhelmed: I don’t want to sound flippant here, but if they’re insulted by you stating that you’re at capacity and can ...

There's a reason so many women - myself included - have no sympathy for Lily Allen. I'll be crucified for saying it, but someone has to: AMANDA GOFF

Poor Lily. Every lyric, every song takes you on a journey of betrayal, heartbreak, humiliation and bitterness. It's raw, ...