Dear Abby: My brother-in-law called me sexy and I never want to see him again
A woman expresses her discomfort after her brother-in-law made inappropriate advances towards her. Despite her attempts to avoid him, he continued to send suggestive messages, leading her to block him. As their family prepares for a milestone birthday, she struggles with the idea of attending a celebration that includes him, despite her mother's forgiveness.
- ▪The woman received inappropriate messages from her brother-in-law over several years.
- ▪She ultimately blocked him after his advances became too much to handle.
- ▪The family is preparing for a significant birthday celebration, complicating her feelings about attending with him present.
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Dear Abby Lifestyle Dear Abby: My brother-in-law called me sexy and I never want to see him again By Dear Abby Published May 27, 2026, 3:00 a.m. ET Dear Abby advises a woman who wants to reconnect with her daughter after being busted for drugs years ago. fizkes - stock.adobe.com See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google DEAR ABBY: Four years ago, after our family gathering for Christmas, my brother-in-law sent me a message saying I looked “sexy” in my sweater. I replied, “Thanks.” A year later, at another family gathering, he sent me messages asking about my car, which led to sexual advances. I tried to avoid his advances by being nice and redirecting them to what a great husband and father he is.
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