Ask Amy: Online dater is matched with a real-life crush
Dear Grandmother: Yes, it’s just a cat account, for Pete’s sake.
And yet, for you it doesn’t seem to be just a cat account.
You have been careful to mention your financial support to this granddaughter. Are you implying that you are buying followers? I hope not.
Ask your granddaughter: “Did you know that ‘Muffin’ has become an Instagram influencer? I’d love it if you would follow the account. I’m having a lot of fun with it.”
It is not fair for you to imply that this is a primary way for your granddaughter to love you.
It is one way for her to love you, but it is not the only way.
Dear Amy: I liked your response to “Estranged,” but it didn’t go far enough. Estranged and her brother were dealing with a mother who had taken extraordinary steps to contact them.
I was surprised that you didn’t mention the possibility of them getting a restraining order. Their mother is stalking them.
– Been There
Dear Been There: Several readers mentioned this. Thank you all.
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