A Friendly-Looking Lawn Boundary Sparks a Furious Neighborhood Dispute

A reader in Dear Prudence recounts how a lighthearted plan to keep a neighbor off their yard—bright yellow “No Entry” signs meant to be friendly—backfired when the neighbor reacted with fury and threatened a six-foot fence. The couple, who own the home and aren’t married, agree to handle the issue together and had previously opted for a less permanent solution; they remain hopeful for a calmer, collaborative resolution.