Jamie Lauren Sutton

Dear Ms. Demeanor,

My neighbor's door is covered in their kids' artwork. It's not that I don't like kids (or their artwork), it's just that it's starting to look messy (and spreading beyond their doors and onto the hallway walls). Is there a nice way to ask them to be a bit more minimalist? I don't want to come across as a rude/child-intolerant, but it's getting on my nerves!

Sincerely,
Dory

Dear Dory,

Dear Ms. Demeanor,

My neighbor and I were having a doggie playdate (our two dogs love to play together) and my dog ate something at her house that made him sick and required a vet trip. Who's responsible?

Best,
The Dog-lover next door

Dear Dog-lover,

If you were present at the playdate, you were still responsible for your own dog and his behavior.  Unless the toxic substance was actually given to the dog intentionally by the neighbor, this one is on you.

Dear Ms. Demeanor,

I'm single and lead an active social life, if you know what I mean. I find that my doormen look at me disapprovingly when I walk in/out with a different guy. It's a vibe more than a spoken thing and I really don't appreciate it. If I were a guy, they'd be high-fiving me. What can I do about it? 

Sincerely,
Single and loving it

Dear Single,