I spent most of my 20s dating older men, and I really wish I had spent that time dating men my own age who were going through the same experiences I was. I totally understand the appeal of a mature, dashing older man over fellow twenty-somethings who are still figuring things out. And, true, a fling with an older man can be instructive in many ways, and no doubt he finds you attractive.

Interfering, judgmental, and disrespectful mothers-in-law are common complaints.

Polygamy has an ancient history and is legal in many parts of the world. I find the rules of polygamy to be damaging and it's potentially dangerous to young girls and terrible for "excess" boys. But polyamory is supposed to be a more equal arrangement among agreeing adults.

You may think you're married to a woman, but she's really an overgrown child.

Insecurity is a toxin and confidence is a tonic, so make the choice not to dwell on the worst possible case.

I've never gotten a letter where I thought I knew the person. But I have heard from people who think they know the letter writer.

The human heart is a mysterious and sometimes dark place.