I know that Mary is gay she has told me this. Based on our conversations, Mary has identified as female, although her physical appearance and clothing do not pin her to a specific gender. When I saw the drastic and sudden at least to me change in her appearance, neither of us said anything about it.
We just talked as if nothing had changed. I believe that Mary has the right to present herself as she chooses, and I am not at all uncomfortable with her having a beard. My question is whether I should acknowledge the change in her appearance, and if so, what is the appropriate thing to say.
There are times, in professional settings, when a compliment on it might work out. Dear Eric: My father and stepmother, who are in their mid 80s and in good health, live an hour away from us. My wife and I have had a good relationship with them for more than 40 years, and we talk by phone at least once a week.
If either of them has an appointment, then the day before or after is off limits for a visit. We missed getting together with them during the holidays because we were out of town. My stepmother tells my wife that she loves her at the end of every call.
Dear Son : Your father and stepmother may have less capacity for making and following through on plans than they once did. Try to set aside your emotions by thinking of this as a logistical challenge, rather than an intentional slight.
