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Vicki: Is There a Natural Cure for Combat Stress?

Her son is looking for natural help with post-deployment troubles.

Her Boyfriend Says He Can't Stay Faithful Unless They Marry

A 19-year-old headed off to the Army wants to know if she should marry her boyfriend, but Ms. Vicki says it's a bad idea.

What Should She Do With a Bully Mother-in-Law?

When her new husband left for Basic, her mother-in-law saw her chance to strike.

He's Living With His Mom and Won't Support His Family

Her husband is collecting BAH for her and the kids while living for free with his mom, yet he refuses to help support his...

Will My Baby Daddy Propose?

Ms. Vicki tells a reader she's foolish to hope her boyfriend will propose after 10 years and two children.

Should My Neighbor Call Me 'Sir'?

An officer met his new neighbor in civvies and introduced himself by his first name. Then he found out his neighbor is...

When an Online Boyfriend Is a Scam Artist

A reader met an "officer" online and became friendly. Now he wants her to send thousands of dollars so he can "retire."

Pregnant by a Married Soldier

A reader writes in that after having a soldier's baby, she found out he's still married to another woman.

What to Do When the Commander's Wife Is a Bully

She has made it clear that their husbands' promotions depend on how much they participate and how much she likes them.

Will You Divorce Him Over Smoking?

A vehemently anti-smoking spouse is troubled when her husband returns from deployment with a smoking habit he can't shake.

Retired Soldier: My Wife Cheated on Me

A retired soldier who travels a lot for his new job wants help saving his marriage after his wife cheated on him.

Getting Revenge on His Wife's Lover

A man is bitter that his wife cheated on him with a soldier and wants to report him to his chain of command.

Future In-Laws Don't Like Me

A woman says her future in-laws think she's a gold digger and not good enough for their son.

Ms. Vicki: Kissing Cousins?

Her husband got another woman pregnant. Now his "cousin" has moved in with them, and he's getting way too close to her.

My Sister Has a Crush on My Husband

A woman says her 16-year-old sister acts very inappropriately around her husband.

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