Writing  by Luz Michelle Dear Luz, Every year my husband breaks out his awful Christmas sweaters. They’re so tacky, and I hate them with a fiery passion. But he thinks they’re hysterical. How do I burn them, I mean, rid them from our lives? –Stuck in sweater hell Dear Xmas Cheer,  Okay, hold up—I’m a HUGE fan of tacky holiday ...

Writing  by Luz Michelle Photography by Justin Negard Dear Luz, I’m a college sophomore, and I’ve been taking Spanish for the last three semesters. My parents just told me we’re taking a family trip to Spain over the December break, but... I’ve been skipping classes for the last three semesters. They expect me to translate, but that’s clearly not going ...

Writing  by Luz Michelle Artwork by Cara Mcpartland Dear Luz, I’m really lonely, and I want a boyfriend. I’ve tried several dating apps, but no such luck. A friend of mine met her husband on Craig’s List. What do you think? – All alone Dear Not Alone, Let’s put those dating woes in park and rev up some self-love. Yes, ...

Writing  by Luz Michelle Artwork by Justin Negard Dear Luz, My ex refuses to move out. I broke up with him over a month ago, but he just won’t leave.When I ask him when he’s moving out, he says he hasn’t found a place yet. I’ve tried everything—being really annoying, giving him the silent treatment and not cleaning up after ...

Writing  by Luz Michelle Artwork by Justin Negard Dear Luz, I’m in love with my neighbor. We’re both married to other people, but she’s my soulmate.  She’s everything I always wanted in a woman, and I’m pretty sure she feels the same way about me. We have these really amazing conversations about everything from parenting to philosophy. I want to ...

Writing  by Luz Michelle Artwork by Justin Negard Dear Luz, My very devout husband has no idea that I’m faking it. I don’t care about religion, and I’m really sick of going to church every Sunday. How do I tell him it’s just not for me? - Sundays are for sleeping Good morning, Queen of Sundays! Girl, it’s time to ...

Writing  by Luz Michelle Artwork by Tal Doron Dear Luz, I don’t think I can handle another winter in New York. It’s just too cold for me! I’ve lived here my entire life, and I’m ready to pack up my gloves, hats and scarves for good. But the problem is that I still have kids at home, so I can’t ...

Writing  by Luz Michelle Artwork by Vincent Negard Dear Luz, My roommate is driving me crazy! It’s all the little things she does – she bites her nails, taps her fingers on the desk when she’s thinking and even the way she turns the pages in a book (who needs to lick their finger every time?) is making me nuts ...

Writing by Luz Michelle Artwork by Justin Negard Dear Luz, My best friend is driving me crazy! She’s smart, independent and has a great job, but her taste in men is abysmal. She never seems to date anyone for more than two months. Every time her relationship ends, she calls me in tears. She’s always a total wreck for the ...

by Luz Michelle Artwork by Justin Negard Our advice columnist, local comedian Luz Michelle, is here to solve all your problems, big and small. And she does it all with her signature combination of humor and empathy. Dear Luz, Hey girl! I love your advice column, and I feel like we’d be great friends IRL. You seem like the type ...

by Luz Michelle Artwork by Justin Negard Our advice columnist, local comedian Luz Michelle, is here to solve all your problems, big and small. And she does it all with her signature combination of humor and empathy. Dear Luz, My kids are really athletic, which is great for them, but it’s not for me. My weekends are spent in the ...

It’s official – John is out and Luz is in! Our new advice columnist, local comedian Luz Michelle, is here to solve all your problems, big and small. And she does it all with her signature combination of humor and empathy. Dear Luz, I know that grownups usually write in, but I need your help! My dad *thinks* he can ...