In a letter to advice columnist Dear Annie, a 63-year-old woman expressed discomfort with her husband’s interactions with his adult daughter, feeling unsure if she was being prudish or if the behavior was inappropriate. The woman and her husband have been married for 12 years, with both having adult children from previous relationships. At a birthday party for his daughter, the woman observed the daughter laying on her father and twerking suggestively with him.
The woman discussed her concerns with her husband, who dismissed them as harmless family fun. Feeling excluded and uneasy, the woman sought advice on how to address the situation, as therapy or marriage counseling was not an option for her husband.
Dear Annie encouraged the woman to have a conversation with her husband about her feelings, explaining that everyone’s family dynamics are different. While the behavior might seem odd to her, it is viewed as lighthearted and wholesome by her husband and his daughter. By finding a compromise that works for both of them, they may be able to navigate this situation without causing unnecessary tension.
The column also mentioned Annie Lane’s new anthology, “How Can I Forgive My Cheating Partner?” and invited readers to submit their own questions for advice. Overall, the advice given was to communicate openly with her husband and try to understand their perspective while also setting boundaries that make her feel more comfortable in the situation.
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