Coverage dated October 14, 2026

Asking Eric: I tried to surprise friend with a thoughtful gift, but her boyfriend beat me to it

Headline from AL.com

I’m really annoyed about the whole thing. I get that she likes this guy, even though I don’t see why.

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  1. AL.com

    Asking Eric: I tried to surprise friend with a thoughtful gift, but her boyfriend beat me to it (opens AL.com)

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    I’m really annoyed about the whole thing. I get that she likes this guy, even though I don’t see why.

  2. MLive

    Asking Eric: I wanted to give my friend a meaningful gift - her boyfriend beat me to the punch (opens MLive)

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    MLive's feed description

    I’m really annoyed about the whole thing. I get that she likes this guy, even though I don’t see why.

  3. NJ.com / Star-Ledger

    Asking Eric: Friend's boyfriend stole my perfect gift idea for her. I don't even like this guy (opens NJ.com / Star-Ledger)

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    NJ.com / Star-Ledger's feed description

    I’m really annoyed about the whole thing. I get that she likes this guy, even though I don’t see why.

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