Dear Queenie,
My husband died after a long illness and several months later I met a wonderful man and we have been going together. My children, who are all grown up, think the world of him, but my sisters and brothers think it is too soon, that I should still be in mourning.
Queenie, how do I get them off my back, or should I just cut them out of my life?—Widow
Dear Widow,
Your siblings are trying to control your life. Do not let them do so, but try not to cut them off completely.
Tell them you are sorry they think that way and then try to ignore what they say. Hopefully, they will eventually get used to the idea of your new relationship.
