DEAR ANNIE: A dear friend’s daughter was married last year, and we selected a beautiful wedding gift. After six months, I inquired of her mother if the gift was received. She said others have been asking the same; the new husband did not like how the bride wrote the thank-you notes, and they were never sent. Now a baby is coming. I am cringing when I look at the mail. Is a shower invitation on its way? More gifts? I feel used. What should I do? — Hesitant DEAR HESITANT: It sounds like you’re feeling preemptively stressed over a situation that hasn’t yet occurred. Try to focus on the present. …
