Relationships
Summer Road Trips: Every Man’s Nightmare
“Every weekend we go to one of the same two restaurants at the Shore,” said my friend L., looking listless as we ate lunch. “Before […]
Can a Married Man Be Best Friends with a Woman?
Monica, I have been married for twenty years. My husband has a very close friend who is a woman. I am uncomfortable with this. Can […]
Should You Take Your Spouse’s Last Name?
Dear Monica, I am getting married in September for the first time. I am on the fence about taking my fiancé’s last name. Any advice? […]
Younger Men, Older Women
Monica, How do you feel about an age gap in relationships, particularly when it involves an older woman and a younger man? —J.P., Chestnut Hill […]
Sleeping Arrangements
Hi Monica, My son is home from college and wants his girlfriend to be able to sleep in his room when she visits from out […]
Pickup Tricks
Monica, My friend was recently followed on the street in Center City by a random guy looking to pick her up. He even tracked her […]
A Husband Who’s Jealous of Facebook
Monica, My husband is jealous that I have so many Facebook friends. Do you really think it is such a big deal? Does your husband […]
Ask Monica: My Favorite Philly Father’s Day Ideas
Hey Monica, I am in my early 30s and am wondering if women should offer to split the tab for dinner on a first date? […]
Connie Chung’s Marital Advice
News item: Al and Tipper Gore announced last week they are separating after 40 years of marriage. In this country, the average matrimonial union lasts […]
Sleep & Tell
Hello, Monica! My boyfriend asked me how many men I’ve slept with. Is this a question a woman should answer? — S.C., Center City If […]
How to Survive Philly in the Summer
Monica, I’m stuck in Philly for Memorial Day weekend and most of the summer. Can you give me suggestions for stuff to do? –T.H. Staying […]
Is Philly Too Closed to Newcomers?
Hello, I moved to Philly because my husband is from here and he wanted to return. I find that the social community in Philly is […]
Lunch with Dan Gottlieb
He talked directly to me. That’s how I felt about Dan. He broke it down as simply as Mister Rogers. Out of my radio came […]
Is It Cool to Break Up by Text?
Hi Monica, I have been dating someone for a few weeks, which is just enough time to know that she is not for me. Can […]