R. Eric Thomas

Dear Eric: For the past couple of years, illness has kept me from organizing and participating in activities I used to enjoy. And I was right. No one thinks to...

It’s an imprecise catchall and these days we’d all benefit from being clearer in our language and intent, writes R. Eric Thomas. (Not to mention, it makes life annoying for...

Dear Eric: My son is divorced and has a contentious relationship with his ex-wife. They have three children together. I have left occasional communication open with his ex regarding my...

Dear Eric: It’s hard to know how to tell them that their kind gesture fell very short with us. Had they given us 15 minutes advance notice (or even called...

Dear Eric: I asked him why once and he said he “likes his privacy.” I put it down to his idiosyncrasies but still find it odd.

Dear Eric: I am very much enjoying the second time around following a long and less than joyful first marriage. My problem is plans for burial.

Dear Eric: I’m not dead yet, but I’d rather see these things appreciated than left in limbo. How do I navigate this without forcing sentiment where it’s not wanted, but...

Dear Eric: Why did they ask for my input and then they don’t respond for hours or days. I am just curious if I should not even text these friends...

Dear Eric: Her dog chewed apart one of my pool floats that cost $200, and it was never replaced.