They've been together for 6 years. She is aching for his commitment in the form of marriage. But he's not likely to change ...

Dear Not Looking for Promises: You are not wrong to feel disappointed. After six years of partnership, it is completely ...

In today's Dear Annie column, Annie offers advice to a reader who is struggling to maintain relationships later in life.

"I felt humiliated for thinking, even for a moment, that this (promise ring) was the engagement I’ve longed for. I hope I ...

And now I feel more confused than ever. Why isn’t he ready? A promise ring at this stage of life feels juvenile.

Time may be moving quickly, but there is still room for new connection and meaning. You are not invisible. You matter. Do not ...

If I do not initiate the call, text or invitation, weeks go by in silence. It is rare that anyone checks in just to see how I ...

I have always considered myself someone who values friendship deeply. I have many friends, at least on paper, but I have ...

I am 70 now, and lately I have been feeling the ache of loneliness more than ever. I still try to be upbeat, loyal and ...

Dear Annie: My best friend and I have been close for over 20 years. We’ve seen each other through marriages, divorces, ...

"I have many friends, at least on paper, but I have noticed something that has started to weigh heavily on me. I am almost ...

I do not want to embarrass her or make her feel like a charity case. She is proud and independent, and I respect that.