Dear Annie: I wanted to follow up on a letter you published on June 21, 2025, about my complicated relationship with my sister-in-law, who I started to develop romantic feelings for after the death of my wife (her sister).

Since your response, I had a long and emotional conversation with her. Things had been awkward between us ever since we nearly crossed a line a few months ago. It felt important to finally clear the air, and I’m glad we did.

After talking for several hours, I walked away believing she truly cares about me for who I am — not out of convenience or grief, but genuine affection. The trouble is, I’m not so sure about how I feel. Do I love her as her own person, or am I clinging to the parts of her that remind me of her sister, my late wife? That question keeps me up at nig

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