Dear 11. soc,

I’ve been dating my boyfriend Matt for over 3 years. Our parents fully support our relationship, and there have been no problems between the four of us until now. Recently I caught my mom on a date with Matt’s dad. When I told this to Matt, he wasn’t concerned at all, and even seemed happy about it. But even though they’re both single, I still think it’s weird that our parents are dating. What should I do?

Dear Reader,

I think, that there is nothing wrong in this situation, especially if both  parents are not in a relationship. I understand that you feel weird on one hand, but I think you will agree with me that the main thing is that they both are happy.

Dear 11. soc,

I share an apartment with my half-sister Cassandra in Chicago because we both started studying in university there. But I am the only one who does all the chores. She never does her dishes or takes out the trash, her room is always messy. I’ve been telling her that she should start cleaning too, because it’s not just my apartment, but hers too. Still, nothing has changed, but I can’t kick her out because we she split the rent 50-50. What do you think is the best thing I could do about this?

Dear Reader,

It seems to me that you should try to talk with your half-sister — you should try to find more common interests. It would bring you closer, and it will be easier for you to understand each other better and find compromises. You could also split all the chores — one day the cleaning is done by you, the other day by her.

Dear 11. soc,

My cousin Sarah’s aunt was in hospital for a month, and she had a serious illness which she died of last week. They both had a strong emotional connection, and that’s why no one has had the courage to tell Sarah that her aunt has passed away. I think that Sarah’s mom has told it to everyone in the family, except her. Should I do it myself if no one else does? Or should I also keep it a secret? I need advice!

Dear Reader,

I think that you should tell her, because it was her aunt, who she loved very much. It will be worse if she finds it out from other people, not from family, or won’t find out at all. It is a heavy and bitter truth, but it’s truth. In time she will accept this information, but if you don’t tell her, you will remain her enemy for life.