Coverage dated November 3, 2026

Dear Abby: Holidays bring up issues of gratitude

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DEAR ABBY: My sister-in-law lives across the country. For years, we shipped each other's children Christmas gifts. A few years ago, she went through a difficult divorce and has since stopped sending gifts. While we didn't discuss it, I figured it was a financial strain, which is understandable.

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  1. Philadelphia Inquirer

    Dear Abby | Holidays bring up issues of gratitude (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Today's advice from Dear Abby.

  2. Sun Times

    Dear Abby: Holidays bring up issues of gratitude (opens Sun Times)

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    DEAR ABBY: My sister-in-law lives across the country. For years, we shipped each other's children Christmas gifts. A few years ago, she went through a difficult divorce and has since stopped sending gifts. While we didn't discuss it, I figured it was a financial strain, which is understandable.

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