A wife writes to Dear Abby about her husband's disastrous cooking, citing examples like cinnamon and cloves on zucchini and meals with no vegetables or all carbs. She says in ten years of marriage, he has set food on fire twice. Despite loving him otherwise, she works full time, takes classes, and petsits, while he works only 40 hours. She cannot cook every meal and takeout is too expensive.
Abby's Advice on Cooking
Abby advises that as an athlete, the husband must understand the importance of correct form and practice. She suggests the wife walk him through preparing a simple, balanced meal, not allowing creativity until he masters the basics. Even learning one easy meal would be an improvement.
Second Letter: Infidelity and Financial Entanglement
Another reader, engaged for 21 years but never married, reveals her partner has had multiple affairs and lies about them. They are both retired with linked finances and homeownership, making separation financially difficult. She plans to consult a lawyer.
Abby advises her to stop raising the marriage topic and contact an attorney immediately to understand her financial standing. She must accept that the status quo benefits him and she needs to make a change to find happiness.
