Dear Mel is an old column. No longer accepting submissions. Dear Mel: My friend just confessed to me that she’s been having an affair with someone at work. I’m so sad for her family. She’s a Christian and to be really honest, I’m pissed at her. I’ve kept my feelings…
Dear Mel: I’ve read both of your books. I really enjoyed them both and your honesty. Sadly we share the same kind of history. I’ve seen you refer to your abuse as a blessing. I have so much rage and anger toward my abuser, I can’t imagine this. I want…
Dear Mel: I am feeling really lonely and depressed. With another holiday coming (Easter) and no family anywhere near me, it always makes me feel worse. Nothing feels worse than spending a holiday alone, watching everyone leave church to go be with their family for a holiday meal and…
Dear Mel: My family won’t let my past stay in the past. I was young and stupid and did things I now regret. That was over 10 years ago! I’ve been clean and sober almost 10 years but some family members think I’m still that same girl and they…
Dear Mel: I am so angry right now. I am tired of letting people (especially my family) use me. I have wasted almost my entire inheritance paying for other people’s bills. My husband hasn’t been providing for the past 6 years or so. He hasn’t a clue how to manage…
