Ask Amy: Rent-paying parent wonders where checks landed
Sad Dad
Dear Dad: You should not attempt to “convince” anyone of anything. You should reach out to your son and his wife in a neutral and positive way to congratulate them on the birth of their child. Share a joyful memory from your son’s life: “I’ll never forget the joy I felt when I became a dad.”
Express a sincere desire to reconcile without pushing too hard.
Dear Amy: I don’t always agree with your advice, but I must admit that I was moved to tears by your answer to “Not Born in the USA,” the immigrant who wanted to become more “American.” Your diverse cultural examples reminded me of how complicated – and amazing – this country is.
Born in the USA
Dear Born: Thank you. I would urge anyone pondering the state of our nation to try to describe it to a new citizen.
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