Let me get this straight. We are supposed to like and forgive a thief who victimizes those who in good faith surround her and who chooses to stay with a harmful influence, but we are supposed to dislike and ostracize her husband who "is who he is". There are many more points to consider but until she chooses good over evil, she deserves no one's respect. KyJon, give me some advice on how to treat a solvent active businessman who stole from me, a customer, years ago and has made no move to right the wrong. Should I approach him for repayment or ignore the (expensive) situation? Yes, he is one of us, and I am the customer.