husband's obituary. He told a huge lie—involving me.
Slate • • health
Key Points:
- A Slate reader shares that her ex-husband's obituary falsely claimed he had a TV news career, appropriating parts of her professional life despite having no journalism experience.
- Dear Prudence advises the reader to let go of the issue, emphasizing that the ex is deceased and his false claims do not diminish her actual accomplishments.
- Another reader expresses difficulty attending a friend's metal band concerts due to sensory issues but wants to support the friend financially; Prudence suggests honest communication and alternative support methods like buying merch or promoting shows.
- Prudence encourages finding creative ways to support friends' creative work without compromising personal well-being.
- A classic Prudie letter recounts a long-term happy marriage that began as an affair while both partners were in unhappy relationships.
