The Importance of Giving Ample Notice When Retiring, According to Ask Amy

An employee who has worked for the same company for over 30 years is ready to retire and wonders how much notice to give. The columnist suggests three months, but ultimately advises the employee to do what they feel is best. In another letter, a woman is hesitant to meet her obnoxious nephew's fiancée, but the columnist encourages her to accept the invitation with an open and inclusive attitude. The column ends with a reader complimenting the columnist's humor.