Dear Abby, the legendary advice column, has been a staple in households for decades. It’s still providing important wisdom today, all thanks to Abigail Van Buren, a.k.a. Pauline Phillips, known by her nom de plume Abigail Van Buren, created this legendary column. For over three decades, it has offered guidance in all aspects of daily living through experiential advice. At 75 years old, Jeanne Phillips has no plans of retiring and is still actively writing Dear Abby. In this way, she helps to ensure that her mother’s legacy is alive and well.
Pauline Phillips, the visionary behind Dear Abby, established the column with the aim of helping individuals navigate the complexities of life. Her daughter, Jeanne Phillips, now holds that torch, still providing wisdom and guidance to readers’ predicaments. With her depth of experience and wisdom, Jeanne has established herself as an invaluable and trusted voice to those who seek it.
Dear Abby offers a unique window to understand how people are seeking to improve their lives across many dimensions. The column navigates topics from family life and romance to self-discovery and moral conflict. Readers can reach out to Dear Abby through their website, http://www.dearabby.com/, or by sending letters to P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.
My recent TIF column on the irreplaceable importance of anonymous giving. Many faith traditions see this kind of giving as the purest and most exalted form of charity. This is a continuation of Dear Abby’s legacy of tackling big picture societal values alongside small picture personal issues. The column’s long-lasting success is a reflection of how much John’s work has meant, and continues to mean, to people over the years.
Jeanne Phillips’ dedication to the column ensures that Dear Abby remains an essential resource for individuals seeking clarity and direction. Her ability to provide thoughtful and compassionate advice has solidified her position as a respected advisor in the realm of advice columns.
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