Asking Eric: How do I tell a struggling friend about his offensive body odor?
A reader asks how to tell a disabled veteran friend — whose family neglects him — that he needs help with hygiene and grooming.
Dear Eric: We are friends with a disabled veteran who is despised and neglected by his family. Another friend drives him around so he can get out of the house and interact with other human beings.
I’m a professional artist and was exhibiting at an art/craft show this past weekend. The veteran and his friend came to enjoy the show, and to see me. I welcomed their friendship but had to tactfully ask them to sit a little more to the side, since they were blocking access to my display.