Carolyn Hax: My friend is jealous of my horrible, lonely life
(WorldNews Entertainment)

By CAROLYN HAX Dear Carolyn: I´m single, educated, retired, own a beautiful home in a unique location, am involved in creative pursuits, and travel quite a lot. What I don´t have is a spouse or children. I am estranged from my siblings because they are mentally ill -- the mean variety who purposely inflict damage to property. I am alone. I`ve just experienced another friend expressing their jealousy in critical ways -- sucking in their breath, mean laughing -- over my ability to travel. I don`t brag, or go on and on about experiences. These friends are surrounded by family and love. I`m sure none of them would trade places with me. What can I say to defend/protect myself? -- Alone Hax: I...