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Dear Annie:

I live alone with my five cats. Four years ago, my youngest son brought his girlfriend, "Emily," for a visit. Emily told me she was allergic¹ to cats and needed a cat-free bedroom, so I gave her mine. My son occupied the other bedroom, which left me on the couch.

When I realized that Emily had no symptoms, I suspected she wasn't really allergic. But I bit my tongue and was a courteous² hostess. The last night of their visit, we went out to a restaurant. Emily didn't offer to pay for my meal, which I thought was rude.

Two years ago, Emily finally admitted she's not allergic to cats. Unfortunately, my son married her and I am still seething³ over that visit. I know I should let this go, but I don't like being lied to and she's such a tightwad.－Fuming⁴ in the SouthwestDear Fuming:

Please let it go. Emily admitted she wasn't allergic, so the lie was to get her own bedroom－which your son, not you, should have offered. As for the tightwad label, we're not so sure. Many young people are unaware⁵ of the etiquette⁶ that says you should treat your hosts to a meal.

You are being exceptionally harsh. Find something to like about Emily before you destroy your relationship with your son.

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