Son wants parity when folks give more to daughter
How can I prove to her that I'm innocent and regain her trust?
-- Not Guilty
Dear Not Guilty: You aren't supposed to have to prove your innocence. When you are accused of a misdeed, the standard, generally, is that the person accusing you should be prepared to prove your guilt, or at least present some evidence.
If you did this, then admit it, explain yourself, and ask for forgiveness.
If you didn't do this, then you should ask yourself why you are so eager to make amends for a crime you didn't commit, and why you would want to repair a friendship with her.
Dear Amy: You were so harsh on "Desperate in the Burbs!" These were anxious grandparents who just wanted to see their grandchild. I felt sorry for them, writing to you for advice and receiving such harsh treatment.
-- Been There
Dear Been There: "Desperate" had a list of things they wanted, including wanting their daughter-in-law to come to them for childrearing advice. I can understand wanting this; I cannot understand sulking because you don't receive it.
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(You can contact Amy Dickinson via email: ASKAMY@amydickinson.com. Readers may send postal mail to Ask Amy, P.O. Box 194, Freeville, NY 13068. You can also follow her on Twitter @askingamy or "like" her on Facebook.)
