Dear Ann Landers, I never have cheated on my wife and am absolutely certain that I never will. We have been married for five wonderful years, and our marriage is rock solid. Here's the problem: About a year ago, during a moment of passion, I happened to call out the name of my wife's best friend, "Annabelle." You can imagine my wife's reaction.
Annabelle is single, in her early 20s and good-looking, and she has a terrific figure. She moved out of town three years ago. I made it clear to my wife that nothing ever went on between Annabelle and me and that calling her name was just part of a harmless fantasy. I tried to explain that fantasies are normal and I have no intention of acting them out. My wife accepted this explanation, and things seemed to be going well. Now comes the hard part.
Annabelle visits us once a year and stays for a week. Her visit is coming up soon, and my wife has started to turn very cold. In fact, she's downright hostile. I know she is afraid I will be attracted to Annabelle and feels threatened. What can I do to reassure her and get things back on track? -- Faithful in Denver
Dear Denver, Because you have had sexual fantasies about Annabelle, your wife has some justification for feeling a bit threatened. Start immediately to line up some attractive men for Annabelle to go out with when she is visiting you. Make sure you are never alone with your guest, and most importantly, concentrate on finding a substitute fantasy woman. (Any star of stage or screen will do.) And be especially affectionate to your wife in Annabelle's presence. She will appreciate it.
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John Huerta 's Comment
Eleanor Roosevelt had taught on the subject of manners between those of her generation and the next two that followed.
Manners do matter in many ways, and are taught by their parents and the child.
You had taken on this conversation for many years, and that people are amazed about what manners are all about.
Manners should be taught as a civic lesson at all schools elementary, middle school, High School, college and Universities.
Karan's Comment
This is for Wanting to Connect: as a older parent, I am tired of my children being disrespectful, rude, and self centered.
We are at a time in our life where everyday counts, so we want to spend it, happy, carefree, and treated right.
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