DEAR ABBY: My wife and I have been married 30 years. Over the last couple of years, a male friend of ours (also married) has taken an interest in my wife.
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He obviously finds her attractive, as most men do, but I’m trying to figure out what his intentions are.
He comments to me about her and her body, so if he’s trying to hide his crush on her, he’s not doing a very good job. I know my wife finds him attractive too, although when I mention his name, she shrugs it off and says they’re just friends.
He has a lovely wife and appears to be a devoted husband and father to his grown children.
I know my wife loves me, but his frequent comments are causing me concern.
I don’t always show my wife the attention she deserves, so should I step up my game to avoid someone else doing it? Should I be worried that this man’s intentions are more than “just friendly” and speak up?
— SUSPICIOUS IN PENNSYLVANIA
DEAR SUSPICIOUS: You have the right to tell this friend his comments about your wife’s body are inappropriate and you want them stopped.
You also have the right to become a more attentive husband. I’m sure your wife would appreciate it.
I do not think it is necessary to ask this man if his “intentions are more than just friendly.” You weren’t born yesterday, and you already know the answer is yes.
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