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 P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA ...

"We used to visit and sometimes spend the night there, but her house smells awful. The smell has worsened over time." ...

Her dogs have access to a special room inside where they can do their business, but they also go everywhere in the house.

Should I try to salvage our 25-year relationship after she lied to me about her wedding plans and didn't even invite me?