Author Archives: Tough Talk: An Advice Column

Tough Talk, I have a neighbor who is always saying, “Shut your piehole.”  It’s his trademark and how he likes to distinguish himself. He really thinks he’s hot crap and is always bragging about something like his car, his job or whatever.  How do you think I should handle this TT? (Ruskin, New Jersey) Rusky,Continue reading “Today’s Column: July 27, 2023”

Tough Talk, I have met a wonderful man.  He is kind, decent and wonderful with my own kids.  He recently ended a long-term relationship with a girlfriend who was abusive and downright nasty.  However, a mutual friend saw them at a party where they were really friendly with each other and didn’t act like theyContinue reading “Today’s Column: July 25, 2023”

Tough Talk, I had a wonderful dinner party last week.  Everyone was there with much witty repartee for all. However, one of our guests found a spatula in our kitchen which she said was hers having brought it for a previous party.  I sort of mocked her out, joking that I had copped her wonderfulContinue reading “Today’s Column: July 24, 2023”

Tough Talk, I am a normal guy with friends, a good job and a serious girlfriend.  I’m not perfect, but overall I think I am a good person and have helped people when I can.  I’m also not a backstabbing SOS like some loathsome pieces of trash I’ve had to deal with at work overContinue reading “Today’s Column: June 9, 2023”

Tough Talk, My family has had a lot of problems with our oldest son Lothar.  I haven’t spoken to him for years.  His aunt, on his father’s side, always brings him up and talks about him as if he’s beneath contempt.  Although he’s been bad, I find her condescending attitude annoying and really done justContinue reading “Today’s Column: June 8, 2023”

Tough Talk, I was recently sick for several months and friends and family really came to my aide with their time, resources and money.  I am truly grateful as I would probably be dead right now if it weren’t for them.  They have always made it clear that there is no need to pay themContinue reading “Today’s Column: June 7, 2023”

Tough Talk, I went through an awful divorce, but was finally able to get rid of my ex-husband, a degenerate and scoundrel – but that’s a whole other story.  I just learned that my parents are inviting him over for dinner and have even had the woman he was cheating on me with.  I askedContinue reading “Today’s Column: June 6, 2023”

Tough Talk, I work in a wonderful office in a small New England town.  We work hard and it has paid off after several challenging years.  A young woman has recently started and we work in cubicles, but can hear each other.  Whenever she sneezes, I always say, “Bless you,” as I was taught thatContinue reading “Today’s Column Enter: The Bless You Wars”

TT, I was recently at a party where I passed out drunk and as a joke, my friends gave me a buzz cut.  It wouldn’t be so bad if I were a man, but due to work and other demands, I’ll be wearing a wig until my hair grows back.  What I didn’t expect isContinue reading “Today’s Column: June 1, 2023”

Tough Talk, My boss is a great guy and regularly commends people at work for doing a great job or going beyond their typical duties.  He means well, but he ignores the people who have really worked hard for the company, but it didn’t result in a sale or other customer satisfaction award.  He justContinue reading “Today’s Column: May 31, 2023”