KIDS' NEW RELATIONSHIP CAUSES FRICTION BETWEEN OLD FRIENDS (Dear Abby)

DEAR ABBY: I have a dear friend I'll call "Anita." Recently, during one of our visits to her home in a neighboring state, her son, "Brandon," and our daughter, "Alicia" -- both single -- "discovered" each other. Our families have been friends for 16 years. When Anita and I were told about the kids, we were surprised -- mainly because they pretty much grew up together. Brandon is three years younger than my daughter. For my part, it's OK. I'm happy for them. Anita didn't say so, but I got the impression ...