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Miss Manners: What to say when asked about an estranged son

A reader who left an unhappy marriage years ago asks how to answer questions about an estranged son without oversharing or pretending everything is fine.

Published Jul 8, 2026, 5:45 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Several years ago, after a long and unhappy marriage, I finally found the strength to leave my husband. It was one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever made, but I knew I needed to do it for my own well-being.