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    Dear Abby: Why don’t our vegan friends offer meat dishes when we dine at their house?

    Umito Posted on

    DEAR ABBY: We have vegetarian and vegan friends. Over the years, when we have invited them to a party, we (omnivores) always make sure to include dishes that they will enjoy. But when they invite guests over for dinner, they never – ever – include a meat dish, not even a piece of chicken.
    I asked around and apparently this is everyone’s experience. Don’t you think a little reciprocity is in order? As things stand, the rule of hospitality seems decidedly one-sided. If vegans are worried about inedible leftovers, they can always provide a doggy bag for their guests. — UNIQUE IN THE WEST

    DEAR SINGLE: Please consider this your wake-up call. Many vegans and vegetarians don’t want meat, chicken or fish in their kitchen.

    If, in addition to what they provide you, you feel the need to consume animal proteins, consume some before going to their home or after. If it doesn’t suit you, respond to their invitation with polite regrets.

    DEAR ABBY: I am 58 years old and a recovering drug addict. I used drugs and alcohol for over 30 years, and now I have 20 months of sobriety, thank God. Throughout my addiction, I had a friend who was my staunch supporter. I always considered him a friend, since he was there when I was actively addicted.
    Now that I’m sober, he wants to step it up and move from being a friend to a relationship. Yes, I care about him, but he wants to get married without first knowing the real me. He is a hard worker who neither drinks nor smokes. He works and comes home. He’s exactly the kind of man I was looking for. Please advise me on what I should do. — CLEAN AND SOBER IN FLORIDA

    DEAR CLEAN AND SOBER: Your statement that this man wants to get married without first knowing the real thing (I assume you mean sober) speaks volumes to you. This shows me that you make mature and considered judgments, for which I commend you. He may be exactly the guy you’re looking for, but postpone marriage until you’re sure he knows and can accept the new you, strong and sober.

    Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or PO Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.

    Umito
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