World● LowOct 30 · Oct 30, 2026, 9:06 PM
Asking Eric: Family friend demands hugs, despite parents’ objections
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from pressdemocrat · united states of america · global
Dear Eric: We recently traveled to a nearby city to visit my mother. While we were there, Mom’s friend Helen stopped by for a visit. We have met Helen before and know her to be a hugger. My 16-year-old daughter Missy, in order to avoid…
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