Archive for May, 2006

‘He Wants You to Be Happy’

Wednesday, May 31st, 2006

Dear Maribeth,

Is Trevor watching over me?

(My boyfriend died two and a half years ago, I loved him more than anything. Sometimes I think he’s there and I want to know for sure.)

I’m so sorry about your loss. Death is such a difficult experience to understand. It’s cool that you feel Trevor’s presence, I’m […]

Sound of the Silent Partner

Wednesday, May 24th, 2006

Hi Maribeth,

Despite telling me “I love you” literally on a daily basis, my partner just ended our two and a half year love relationship while we were engaged and house hunting. Upon reflection I feel she had difficulty expressing her dreams, hopes, and fears for our future. As a result she came to erroneous conclusions […]

Teach And Ye Shall Find

Wednesday, May 17th, 2006

Dear Maribeth,
I am in college with so many opportunities ahead of me. I don’t know where to start for a career or a lifestyle in general. What am I to do? What should I do in life that will make me happy especially when it comes to men & careers?

Signed,
RWU Misfit

Dear RWU Misfit,

Thank you for […]

No Kidding

Wednesday, May 10th, 2006

Dear MB,

After several years of trying and costly medical intervention, my husband and I have been unable to have a baby. We’ve been through a lot. People ask us if we want to adopt but I just don’t feel an overwhelming urge to do so. Should we just get a dog?

DINKs and OK with it

Dear […]

Finding Their Place

Wednesday, May 3rd, 2006

Maribeth,

I will be getting married this spring to a wonderful man who grew up in Newport. We’re so excited about our upcoming marriage. We’re both sick of the long cold winters and would like to live somewhere warmer but also love being here in the summertime. We have a happy, secure life here in Rhode […]