Dear Mike Cares, what advice would you give this hard man?

DEAR MIKE CARES: My wife's nephew is getting divorced. The process seems to be amicable; there was no cheating or abuse. They have two children. Even though the soon-to-be-ex, "Michelle," has always been welcoming and nice, my wife's family has circled the wagons. They no longer talk to her and have made clear I can't either. I don't think that's right. My wife says to stay out of it and never contact her. I think that's immature. I realize my thoughts don't matter. However, I'm thinking about contacting Michelle to say I feel bad about being in that position and apologize. I think if I did, I'd feel better about myself, and she'd know that everyone doesn't hate her. Should something happen to my wife's nephew, I would have some basis for connection to the children. What do you think? -- NAVIGATING CHANGE IN ILLINOIS

DEAR NAVIGATING CHANGE IN ILLINOIS: “The divorce process seems amicable” seems very suspect, so I am thinking something really juicy took place in that marriage and your wife’s family doesn’t want Michelle leaking the real story through continued contact with anyone. I would play ball by publicly siding against Michelle, while privately hatching a plan to keep in touch. Your thoughts do matter, if you are thinking with your dick, which I hope you are. Remember, for a recent divorcee, a good man is hard to find, but a hard man is a better find, and that “Uncle I’m there for You” is where you come in. Good Luck and Keep in Touch! Dear Mike Cares is also on X, Instagram and Facebook (whatever they are.) For more honest advice, email me your stupid questions at DearMikeCares@gmail.com