My mother-in-law’s trying to make money off her granddaughter. She’s a professional photographer and invited us for a photo session of our baby girl. Afterwards she forwarded us her prints’ price list, with a 50 per cent discount.    
      We weren’t told beforehand that we’d be required to order prints solely though her. I felt insulted that she’d charge for own grandchild. I suggested we just pay for the cost of the prints and not for her time as we’re family, and, we’ve been very generous with her and her husband.
      She was insulted but reluctantly agreed. We paid her full cost and sent along a letter stating that in future we feel it best if we no longer use her as a photographer.      
      She’s now not speaking to us. We phoned to try to reconcile but were told she’d send a letter explaining the situation. We feel we’ve done the right thing but are looking for an impartial opinion.
      - Curious

Everyone has their own standards when it comes to doing business with relatives and friends. But this is your husband’s mother and surely he had some prior knowledge of how she handles her professional expertise, of her financial situation and of her costs for her materials.      
      Sure, it seems outrageous that she’d charge, but your husband should’ve known to ask ahead, “What’s the arrangement, Mom?”     
      However, once you received her discounted price list, you could’ve simply ordered one or two of your favourites, paid up and not sent the “never again” kiss-off letter. Both sides “miss-communicated” here. Apologize. And take your own baby photos for a while.

My boyfriend's best friend (female) named him her Man of Honour. He’ll be attending the bachelorette party and the "Bride's Maids Cottage weekend.” I’m a bridesmaid and I’m uncomfortable with him attending, as it’s a time for the ladies to enjoy themselves without their men.      
      Also, pole-dancing lessons are being considered and his presence doesn’t seem appropriate. I don’t get to spend much time with girls. I was initially looking forward to these events, but having my boyfriend there limits me. It’s awkward for me to be the only one with her other half around, as though I’ve brought my security blanket.    
      My friends feel he shouldn’t be present. He went straight to the bride before talking to me about it. I feel we should’ve discussed it first. Now I feel like my dirty laundry is hanging out.    
      It hurts me that even though he sees how much this bothers me, he’s decided to attend. I feel stupid feeling this way but can’t help it.
      - Stressed Out

Your view on this event is so “me, me, me,” it’s a wonder (and blessing) that you haven’t told the bride off for asking him!     
      Now consider if this were your wedding and your best friend … you’d want him there.        
      The bachelorette party is whatever the bride wants it to be, not your own personal girls’ night. And the weekend is how the bride wants to spend time with her close friends – and he’s one of the closest.       
      My guess is that you fear both you and your relationship will be judged. Well, your behaviour so far is what’s really questionable. So get over it, lighten up and enjoy.    
      There’ll be added fun having a guy around, with his feedback on what men think of whatever’s being discussed, his attempt at pole-dancing, etc. I bet you’ll be envied for having a guy who’s such a great sport.

A family member recently discovered that another relative fondled their child (repeatedly). My children’s cousins are regularly in this person’s care. The man hasn’t been confronted, police haven’t been called.      
      The victim’s mother fears causing family conflict. I feel I need to protect these children. My husband doesn’t think it’s up to me. I’ve asked that he urge this mother to speak up. Should I wait sometime to see if something’s done? It's up to the parent to act.
      - Outraged

Boost the mother’s courage by saying you’ll stand by her (hopefully, your husband will, too). Have her record the incidents and dates, after talking privately with her child.
      She should gently mention “suspicions”” to the other parents, to see if it brings forth anything without causing defensiveness. Then, accompany her to confront the man. If she’s sure of the allegations, she should also involve police and will need your support.