"Ask Amy: The Allure of Tiny Homes for a Smart Friend"

A woman seeks advice on how to handle her friend's unreasonable request for her husband to build a tiny house on their property. The friend becomes defensive and belittles her when she refuses. The advice columnist suggests that the friend is desperate and manipulative, and advises the woman to stand her ground and wait for an apology. In another question, someone asks how to honor a terminally ill cousin's upcoming birthday, and the columnist suggests planning a family celebration or sending cards and meaningful gifts. Lastly, the columnist supports the idea of giving gender-neutral toys, such as toy kitchens, to grandchildren who enjoy cooking and baking.