The Distracted Dad: A Husband's Phone Obsession Leaves Mom as a Single Parent

A woman expresses frustration with her husband's constant phone use while caring for their young children, seeking advice on how to address the issue. The columnist suggests finding a compromise and emphasizes the importance of "we time" for couples. In another letter, a person working at a summer camp expresses conflicting feelings for a coworker while in a long-term relationship, seeking guidance on what to do. The columnist advises honesty and respect if considering ending the current relationship. Additionally, a reader disagrees with the columnist's response to a question about envy of single status among married coworkers, suggesting a lighthearted response instead.