Asking Eric: Nephew’s ‘save the date’ came after vacation was paid for ‘I have spoken to my sister, and she did not express any anger or resentment about continuing with my plans.’ ...

In today's Asking Eric column, R. Eric Thomas responds to someone who might have to miss a family wedding due to a previously planned vacation with friends.

I've gone on the same summer vacation with my mom since 1995. It's budget-friendly, low-stress, and now, my kids come, too.

Dear Eric: Several months ago, a group of friends and I planned a vacation trip for this coming fall. We pre-paid the hotel costs, all-inclusive fees and paid for round-trip airline tickets. A few ...

We pre-paid the hotel costs, all-inclusive fees, and paid for round-trip airline tickets. A few weeks ago, I received a “save the date” postcard from my nephew and his fiancee.