DEAR ABBY: My mother is very strict about the use of obscenities, so I don't use them at home. However, I have become close friends with "Mallory," and cuss words are part of her normal speech. I have been to Mallory's house where swear words are normal among her parents and siblings. (Her parents are worse than she is in this regard.

You must be an online subscriber to read this story. Stories older than 30 days are only accessible to online subscribers. Please sign in or use the links below to order a subscription.

Username or e-mail address: *

You may login with either your assigned username or your e-mail address.

Password: *

The password field is case sensitive.

Secure Login

Not an online subscriber yet? Sign Up Here
Purchase this online single issue Purchase Now
Note: You must have cookies enabled to use subscription service
Member Functions:
Forgot your password?