Ask Amy: Grandparents’ proximity might breed contempt
– Grieving Grandma
Dear Grandma: Yes, you can change. If you have been too domineering or opinionated in the past, you should stop being that way, now.
You should develop your own interests and friendships. Attend your grandkids’ school events, but don’t twist their arms to do things you want them to do. Get to know them on their terms, to whatever extent you can.
Even though you have been very involved in the life of this family, I venture that you really have no idea of what they have been through.
Do your best to be a humble, supportive, and positive presence.
Dear Amy, I am a 20-year-old woman with little interest in fashion or makeup. I love a pretty dress and hairdo from time to time, but ever since the pandemic began, I haven't felt the want or need to wear makeup or dress up.
My wardrobe mainly consists of jeans, T-shirts, and hoodies.
I know that I'm no fashion mogul, but that's my style and I feel comfortable with it.
My two closest friends are very into clothes and fashion. I think that they both have great personal style and always look good. However, they often try to get me interested, and urge me to change my style.
Offers to give me a makeover started as fun and casual, but now these continued offers irritate me and come off as condescending.
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