Dear Crabby, Can I Have My Cake and Eat it Too?

Dear Crabby, I have a bit of a controversial pet peeve.  I become extremely agitated when another driver stays in a closing lane until the last minute and then cuts in front of me.  However, I have to admit that I will do that myself sometimes if I have a good reason. Does this make me a bad person? Sincerely, E.M. Cake Dear Mr. Cake, Well, I have to say that at least you are being honest with us, which is more than I can say about a lot of other people these days.  When I was a … [Read more...]

Dear Crabby, How Big of a Graduation Party Should We Have?

Dear Crabby, Our son will be graduating high school this year, and we would like to throw him a big party. Some of his friends' parents are spending thousands of dollars and renting huge tents and bands. Is this what is expected these days, or is this overkill?  How big of a party should we throw for him? Sincerely, Mindy Middleclass Dear Mrs. Middleclass, Before I answer your questions, I'd like to tell you about my experience.   I was so excited when I found out that I … [Read more...]