Ask Amy: Couple wants proof others are vaccinated
Are we wrong to expect our son to corral his wife?
Should we say something? Hubby says that he would rather Brenda not visit anymore.
I think we should visit our kids and move their stuff and see how they like it!
— Frustrated Parents
Dear Frustrated: Wow. Unless you have left out key details, I’d say that you and your husband are working very hard to inflate an annoyance into a real problem, and then cast blame.
First of all, sons should not be expected to “corral” their wives.
Secondly, you state that “Brenda” is a good homemaker. She was doing this during her visit — cleaning and tidying, and (it seems) trying to be helpful.
You could thank her for that, and then explain why some things need to be left out where your husband can easily find them.
Dear Amy: I was concerned to see you recommend the work of personal finance adviser Dave Ramsey, answering a letter from “Sugar Mama” in a recent column.
Dave Ramsey has actively promoted COVID conspiracy theories, endangering people.
— Upset
Dear Upset: Dave Ramsey’s alarming lack of concern for the health of his own employees (and fans) became news several days after filing the column where I recommended his financial advice.
In my opinion, this calls his judgment into question, and I agree with readers who objected to my recommendation.
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