Dear Aislynn:

To do as you are told, my goodness, that is a recipe for disaster. It is a good instruction only if you are a child and your elder is a decent, capable and trustworthy person. And as the adult that you are, better practice being assertive and take on this opportunity.

Ava may have good intentions for herself. Maybe for her brother. As for you, I don’t know, not a good idea to risk your well being based on anyone’s good intentions. The saying goes: “The road to hell is filled with good intentions. And I say, good has nothing to do with it. (sounds good).

anita