Grandmother's Disgust with Granddaughter's Cheerleading Ignored by Parents

A concerned grandmother is troubled by her granddaughter's participation in a sexualized cheerleading program and wants to protect her childhood. However, the parents have made it clear that they do not want any input or support. The advice columnist suggests that the grandmother should maintain a healthy relationship with her granddaughter and try to understand the parents' values, even if they differ from her own. She can express her concerns, but should be prepared for a negative reaction. In another question, a person moving to a new town wonders if they should bake brownies to introduce themselves to their neighbors, but the columnist suggests starting with friendly waves and joining community groups instead. Lastly, the columnist responds to a reader's amusement over a graduation party invitation that expanded to include congratulations for a sibling's job promotion, stating that a gift is not necessary in such a situation.