Asking Eric: Spurned stepbrother considers revenge with scandalous photos
"At the funeral my half-sister told me I was emotionally disturbed and my memories of...
Parenting and Family
Asking Eric: Happily married couple disagrees about intimacy
"Aside from early into the relationship, my spouse will not initiate sex."
Easy Colorado hikes with playful surprises, unexpected artwork
Looking for whimsy? Try these walks in Breckenridge, Victor, Snowmass, Green Mountain Falls and more.
Asking Eric: Florida heat might cause wife to leave husband
"I have been in central Florida for more than 26 years, and it has become...
Asking Eric: Brother’s boundaries are unreasonable
"I value family highly and don't think you can just decide that family isn't family."
Asking Eric: ‘Good’ sister stole family treasures while sister was on mission trip
"As far as they know, my sister is just a very successful, generous person, greatly...
Asking Eric: Dating apps lead to uncomfortable conversations
"I feel dumbfounded and feel maybe I need to be a little more lenient and...
Asking Eric: Estranged daughter considers resuming communication
"He's pushed away most family and longtime friends."
Asking Eric: Ailing person shamed for being too skinny
"Several women who I had never met cornered me and said that I was too...
Asking Eric: Estranged parents worry about will
"We can't do counseling with them as they don't acknowledge texts, phone calls, etc."
A baking festival, wiener dog races, a sake blowout and more things to do in Denver
Dozens of bands will play live concerts on porches and in front yards all over...
Asking Eric: Interracial couple’s social media posts called ‘racist’
"She unsent the message so I assume she realized she messed up, but she hasn’t...
Asking Eric: Friend’s harsh personality pushes people away
"Because I have earned the reputation of being her trusty friend (she’s clingy), when she’s...
Asking Eric: Girlfriend’s career goals are a red flag
"Our son is handsome, funny, intelligent and hardworking, but he doesn't seem to realize his...
Asking Eric: Friend posts ‘tacky’ Facebook death announcement
"Wouldn’t you think if someone wanted to send something and they didn’t know her address,...
Asking Eric: Unlucky in love friend needs help
"I don’t know what advice to tell him about how to be more interesting to...
Asking Eric: Father doesn’t know how to talk to daughter about mother’s infidelity
"It seems that no matter what, cheating spouses create a large blast area of emotional...
Asking Eric: Candidate husband doesn’t have spouse’s vote
"I can’t understand why he’s doing this at all. I don’t think he would be...
Asking Eric: Couple fears PDA is driving away friends
"We're not talking about tongue-in-mouth stuff, but kind words, admiring glances, holding hands, cuddling --...
Asking Eric: Suburban family holds ‘intervention’ for city-loving child
"I’m really happy here. It’s been five years and I don’t see any reason to...
Asking Eric: Resident wants to warn new homeowners about swinger neighbors
"The house on the other side of them is for sale. Should I let potential...
Asking Eric: Husband’s poor hygiene mars otherwise great marriage
"He doesn't brush his teeth enough, he doesn't take enough showers, he doesn't use deodorant."
Asking Eric: Couple considers breakup after years of drinks and drugs
"Am I being a total jerk? Or do I have a point? And if so,...
Asking Eric: Ill sister won’t seek medical care
"I’ve tried, without success, to convince her to see a doctor since waiting will only...
Asking Eric: Friend uses couple for their pool
"I feel that we are being used and do not know how to broach the...
A guide to 2026 pumpkin patches, corn mazes and Colorado fall festivals
From bountiful pumpkin patches and winding corn mazes to hayrides, harvest festivals and seasonal events,...
Asking Eric: Parents want to be included in vacation activities despite mobility challenges
"My husband and I love to walk cities and routinely walk 10 to 12 miles...
Asking Eric: Aging mom seems disinterested in daughters
"She never asks about us or has any in-depth conversations about anything."
Asking Eric: Newly sober friend won’t make amends
"My friend thinks everyone should be very proud of him for 'getting clean,' but he...
Asking Eric: Bridge bully ruins game play
"This has caused so much friction, that I finally gave up playing with these three...
Asking Eric: Husband lies about his past
"I am hurt, but the main feeling I'm having right now is simply questioning the...
Asking Eric: Young widow left behind by spouse’s friends
"I am a reminder of days none of us will ever have again, but does...
Asking Eric: Widowed stepmother won’t return family heirlooms
"When I’ve asked for even small things with no significance to her, paintings, my great-grandmother’s...
Weather has played havoc with Colorado’s pick-your-own fruit spots
Here's where to find apples, raspberries and more.
Asking Eric: Boyfriend asks partner to give up her dog
"has casually commented that maybe I could give him to my friend if I move...
Asking Eric: Congregant finds pastor on dating app
"Now he wants to go on an actual date, and I don’t know what to...
Asking Eric: Son rejects mother’s funeral wishes
"Though I know he loves me dearly, he is very stubborn."
Asking Eric: Ex-husband lets brand-new girlfriend babysit son
Advice on relationships, family, work and everyday life with practical, compassionate guidance and a touch...
Asking Eric: Others often take advantage of generous giver
"Neighbors say they need something, but when I offer to lend it to them, I...
Asking Eric: Angry nephew forbids aunt from seeing her dying sister
"He sent me an email telling me how he hated me and our entire family...
Asking Eric: Widower finds love with married friend
"About six or so years ago I met another woman. She lights up my life,...
Asking Eric: Overeager relatives mar family visit
"We welcome your advice as to how or whether to say something or just let...
Asking Eric: Mandatory mental health days stress employee
"I like my coworkers and we get along well together, but I think it's a...
Asking Eric: Noisy neighbor kids mar backyard oasis
"Children literally screaming. I don't know what to do."
Asking Eric: Wife’s complaint gets husband in hot water at work
"So now I’m in trouble and I can’t shake the feeling that if my wife...
Number of children traumatically injured by e-bikes spikes dramatically at Colorado hospitals
"These are not simple scrapes and bruises," one Children's Hospital doctor said. "We frequently see...
Asking Eric: Adult child of friends ruins parties
"What possible way can you ask someone to sit somewhere less central without being unkind?"
Asking Eric: Daughter’s needs drive parents deep into debt
"Now, once again, we are in credit card debt up to our necks (more than...
Asking Eric: After tragedy, daughter says mother’s love is only skin-deep
"She says our relationship is only skin-deep and that's not what she wants. She's happy...
Asking Eric: Cousin is a good cook with a filthy house
"The bathroom is also often filthy. You need to experience it to completely understand."
Coach: Youth sports are still great, even as money and expectations irreversibly changed the game
Every time I play wiffleball with my son, I can't help but think about what...
Asking Eric: Threadbare clothing causes embarrassment
"My coat has a small tear on the side. I can't afford to replace it....
Asking Eric: Ex-stepmother may lean on estranged stepson
"Now we usually exchange texts on Mother’s Day and birthdays. But otherwise, we have no...
Asking Eric: Siblings don’t show up for mother’s centennial
"I am very disappointed and disillusioned we can’t all be together to celebrate my mother...
Asking Eric: Friends’ prejudiced thinking leads to social isolation
"I have frequently 'ghosted' long-term acquaintances for using derogatory language, as I feel they aren't...
Asking Eric: 39-year-old too anxious to get a job
"As a result of his not working and constant need for financial support, his mother...
Asking Eric: 40-year marriage suddenly sours
"However, my spouse is generally negative and critical toward me, which is wearing on me."
Asking Eric: Local celebrity’s fame puts strain on relationship
"I’m considering breaking it off. I’m not sure I have it in me to be...
Asking Eric: Kitchen remodel divides couple
"We decided to remodel our ’80s kitchen. The process has caused some huge arguments."
Asking Eric: Husband of 40 years leaves abruptly
"My husband ran to a recently widowed friend. It’s been five years."
‘Starstruck’ is easily the best virtual reality exhibit to visit Denver | Review
The touring experience at York Street Yards sneaks learning into the gorgeous exploration of astronomy...
Asking Eric: After getting dumped, letter writer wants to date younger coworker
"I am thinking of dating her, but my friends said she is too young."
Asking Eric: Friend of a friend is an enemy
"How do I explain to D that I want to hang out with D but...
Asking Eric: Friend’s allergy creates dinner drama
"If we go out again with a group that includes this woman, would it be...
Asking Eric: Sister tries to sabotage new relationship with half-siblings
"Jodie is jealous of my friendship with these siblings and is trying to sabotage it...
Asking Eric: Family asks prying questions about religious conversion
"I want to be gracious, and I don’t mind questions about my Jewish practices or...
Asking Eric: Mother says ‘no politics’ but keeps talking politics
Dear Eric: I’m a 58-year-old daughter to a 94-year-old father and an 83-year-old mother. I...
Asking Eric: Girlfriend mocks boyfriend’s body
"Can you please advise how best to respond to my joke-a-minute girlfriend when she starts...
Asking Eric: Friend punishes those who tell him ‘no’
"I have seen with my own eyes this little tower of terror unleash his wrath...
Asking Eric: Neighbor offended but won’t say why
"I was so distraught as I cannot think of what I said to hurt her,...
Asking Eric: My married ex is still in love with me
"How can others politely encourage him to get over the past and start fully living...
Asking Eric: Friend left out of burial plans but still grieving
"Sadly, nobody contacted me as to when the burial was because I had to move...
Asking Eric: Friend has only unkind things to say about surgery results
"She refused to apologize and even asked me how I got my husband to marry...
Asking Eric: Gift-giver wonders about the donation etiquette
"Do you include any mention of your donation in a card you might bring with...
Asking Eric: Mother-in-law encourages husband’s problem drinking
"She blamed his hospital stay on poor diet despite the doctor’s diagnosis that his health...
Asking Eric: Kids moved away; parents unsure about following
"We are thinking about moving permanently to be closer to our oldest and grandchildren."
Asking Eric: Downsizing senior gives to everyone but best friend
"I'm also human and starting to feel left out of the largesse. Any tips on...
Asking Eric: ‘Third grandma’ feels sidelined
"I want both of us to bond with the grandchildren and I don't want to...
Asking Eric: Two sons vie to house parents
"For many reasons we would like to build on one son’s land and not the...
Asking Eric: Sister read and mocked stolen childhood journals
"I want the journals back, but is it too late? I feel ashamed to even...
Asking Eric: After saving man’s life, Good Samaritan never wants to see him again
"He has done nothing wrong. He is just not someone who I would choose to...
Asking Eric: Work-from-home spouse wastes company time
"I see him running personal errands, taking long lunches, playing video games and doing home...
Asking Eric: Family members’ experiments with AI raise alarm
"Is there a good way to set a boundary like this when you don’t have...
Asking Eric: Mother wants to move, but adult child won’t leave home
"I feel manipulated and just want peace in retirement."
Asking Eric: Boyfriend has to defer college and wants girlfriend to stay behind with him
"He says he’s going to get a job here and he said maybe we could...
Denver youth sports grapple with extreme heat, poor air quality
When is it too hot to play? Recreational youth leagues say safety-related cancelations are case-by-case.
Asking Eric: Customer followed after accidentally shoplifting
"I have never stolen anything in my entire life, and I am not about to...
Asking Eric: Significant other keeps tracking dirt into the house
"I tend to go barefoot often, and I can feel the grit on the hardwood...
Asking Eric: Couple hesitant to share good news after best friend’s miscarriage
"How do I broach this subject with my friend and let him know we are...
Inside Summit Canyon: Water World unveils its biggest expansion since the 1980s
The new area includes 4 thrilling slides, a children's area and even a quiet place...
Asking Eric: Cousin’s dire premonition haunts divorcée
"I don't really even want to be around him as his words have left me...
Asking Eric: Sister’s death leaves questions for family
"There is a good amount of money now to divide up. I am the personal...
Asking Eric: Meet-and-greet with musician leads to infatuation
"I just can’t shake my infatuation and look forward to meeting this musician again. How...
Asking Eric: Neighbors react badly to person with autism spectrum disorder
"For the past year and a half that I've lived where I am, I have...
New ice cream shop with a ‘waffle theater’ bets big on downtown Denver
Sundae opened in June on 16th Street, giving people a taste of how ice cream...
Asking Eric: Perimenopause treatment prompts awkward questions
"What's a good way to answer this question without going into personal details with acquaintances?"
Asking Eric: Niece bars aunt’s boyfriend from wedding
"I am very hurt by this decision and have decided not to go to the...
Asking Eric: Longtime friend always looking for a handout
"Even her sister has said Tillie is always holding her hand out for something."
Asking Eric: Letter writer regrets making new friend
"I was going to write to her and say this, but I do not have...
Asking Eric: Brother’s theft leaves family confused
"At this point, I have severed ties with him, but a part of me would...