I’m a lesbian and my sister hasn’t invited my partner to her wedding. The Guardian
Dear Annalisa My younger sister is getting married this autumn. I am a lesbian, living with my partner. We have been together for a decade. My…
My family doesn’t believe I was the victim of domestic violence. The Guardian.
Dear Annalisa Ten years ago, I was a victim of domestic violence. Much of it happened in private – in public, my husband was charismatic, successful…
One flat, three sisters and an explosive situation. The Guardian.
Dear Annalisa Some years ago, my dad bought a flat with his inheritance from my grandmother to give us, his three childen, a place to live…
I feel bad that my daughter doesn’t want to see her father. The Guardian.
Dear Annalisa I have full custody of my 13-year-old daughter after a court ruling abroad – where we used to live. Her father physically abused me.…
I want to make contact with my biological family. The Guardian.
Dear Annalisa I was adopted at six weeks in 1962. About 16 years ago, when I had two small children, I decided to trace my birth…
My husband has grown apart from his brother and they rarely see each other. The Guardian.
Dear Annalisa My husband is a loving, gentle person, who used to be best friends with his younger brother. Since my brother-in-law met his wife, J,…
“My girlfriend’s son makes it clear he doesn’t like me and my son.” The Guardian
Dear Annalisa I have been in a relationship with my girlfriend for four years. I have a nine-year-old son; she has a 12-year-old son. I have…
The Ickworth Hotel. Published in National Geographic Traveller.
It’s a good idea to start a weekend away with a head massage. This proved to be an excellent buffer between the world outside and the…
