Ask Amy: Strange accusation roils friendship
I honestly thought that she might be having a breakdown. Her life has been challenging for the last few years, and she seems to be floundering.
I'm reluctant to write her off completely due to our very long history, but I'm shocked and angry, and I'll never allow her in my house again.
My husband is done with her. Can this friendship be saved?
-- Three's a Crowd
Dear Crowd: No, I don't think this friendship can be saved - at least in its previous form.
Because this accusation seems so out of bounds, you might assume that she is experiencing some cognitive changes that have brought on emotional instability and this strange accusation.
I hope you can see your way to adopt a compassionate stance toward her. Do not admit to something you haven't done, but do not write her off.
Express concern for her and urge her to get a medical checkup to make sure she's OK.
Dear Amy: I'm 19-year-old woman, and have been in a stable and happy relationship with my boyfriend for the last 18 months.
He isn't my first love, but I'd say that he is my first serious relationship.
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