Dear Abby: Husband isn’t eager to let marriage of convenience go

Dear Abby: I’m in a second marriage, which was only for the benefit of insurance so my husband could get insurance through my employer’s plan. What’s the best way to approach this? I have spoken to him about another procedure he needs, but he is stalling. How do people make it through breakups and cope with the grief? [...] if that doesn’t work, they do it in the office of a licensed therapist. Because what you’re telling your son hasn’t helped, please suggest it. When I was 7, my mother hosted a birthday party for me. When we made out the guest list, there was a girl who wasn’t popular who I didn’t want to invite. Mom told me to invite her or I wouldn’t have a party. [...] I would like to offer a belated thank-you to my mother for making me invite that little girl years ago, because it shaped my life. The lesson here is, popularity can be fleeting. [...] having compassion for people who need it is forever.