Dear Eric: I am a youngish widow with an empty nest. Last year I moved to be near my daughter to help her with her young twins. Related Articles Advice | Asking Eric: Grandkids are being kept away from dentist Advice | Asking Eric: Since she saw the family gravesite, she refuses to speak to us Advice | Asking Eric: I’m the neighbor who always takes the lead at social events Advice | Asking Eric: My first grandchild is on the way and I’m dreading competition from the other grandmother Advice | Asking Eric: No one wants to hear traveler’s stories My daughter and her husband have jobs that require them to leave home early.