Dear Abby: I'm trying not to respond to her cruelty but the insults rattle me
Briefly

An old friend diagnosed with early Alzheimer's makes insensitive comments that frustrate a long-time friend. Despite wanting to address the hurtful remarks, the friend struggles with anger and navigating the situation. A response is suggested to express discontent over the comments while maintaining the friendship. Meanwhile, a couple argues over a past photo, highlighting issues of trust and feelings between them, revealing they live more like roommates than a married couple because of underlying tensions regarding their relationship status.
If your friend is still well enough to conduct her life as usual, she is also well enough to be told that you don't appreciate her comments.
When her Alzheimer's worsens, you may have to repeat it or redirect the conversation away from you.
My mother thought it was trivial for him to get upset since the photo was taken 45 years ago, when she was only 18 or 19.
My parents are not legally married; they are just roommates splitting the bills together.
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