Dear Eric: I am all too aware that this problem pales in comparison with some of the more serious issues with which you deal regularly.
However, my wife of more than 40 years and I have had a longstanding truce regarding the daily crossword puzzle and Jumble. She does the former, and I do the latter.
Of late, however, she has taken to completing my Jumble. And woe be to me if I so much as breathe on the crossword.
Please don’t suggest counseling, as I always picture The Lockhorns and Dr. Pullman.
— Jumbled
Dear Jumbled: As a big proponent of local journalism (how could I not be?) I suggest you get a second subscription, so each of you has your pick of the puzzles.
In addition, however, ask her what’s changed about your longstanding truce. This might be a tiny ripple in the surface of your marriage, but if she’s disregarding your wants and a 40-year practice, it’s worth finding out why.
(Send questions to R. Eric Thomas at eric@askingeric.com or P.O. Box 22474, Philadelphia, PA 19110. Follow him on Instagram and sign up for his weekly newsletter at rericthomas.com.)
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