DEAR DR. ROACH: My question is about amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). I have been diagnosed with this horrible, debilitating disease and don’t know where I am headed. I went to a hospital for a second opinion and additional testing to rule out other possible causes of this numbness. Nary a test was done; the neurologist […]
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Taurus: It’s essential to recognize your talents and to concentrate on how to make your life better.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Amber Heard, 38; Sherri Shepherd, 57; Jeffrey Dean Morgan, 58; Jack Nicholson, 87. Happy Birthday: Collect your thoughts, plan and focus on fulfilling your dreams. Use your imagination and skills to navigate your way forward. Using your skills to manifest opportunities and achieve goals that build confidence and the desire […]
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Longtime friendship collapses amid lies, drugs and deception
DEAR ABBY: The first Christmas my future husband and I were dating, he gave me an angel ring. I asked him to take me to a bar where my best friend worked so I could show it to her. When I showed it to her, she told me her cancer had come back. I gave […]
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Aries: Your input can improve your community if you throw your energy behind a cause that concerns you.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Tony Romo, 44; Rob Riggle, 54; Andie MacDowell, 66; Iggy Pop, 77. Happy Birthday: Don’t fold under pressure this year. Go with the flow, adapt to the changes happening around you and make life work like a charm; you’ll gain respect, favors and a path forward that will help you […]
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Couple’s ancient divorce is still a sore subject
DEAR ABBY: My parents have been divorced for 30 years. It was an unpleasant divorce because Dad had an affair with a woman he worked with and married her soon after. Mom was devastated. She and Dad were high school sweethearts. Both have moved on from this — sort of. Dad has since divorced, remarried […]
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Pisces: Understanding what you want or how others respond to you will make your life easier and encourage you to implement the changes that offer happiness.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Joey Lawrence, 48; Carmen Electra, 52; Shemar Moore, 54; Jessica Lange, 75. Happy Birthday: Take time, map out your course, and trust and believe in yourself. Opportunity is apparent, so take the initiative and make things happen. Personal change will help you decide what you want to pursue next and […]
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Wedding planning shifts to a cousin’s appearance
DEAR ABBY: I have a 25-year-old niece, “Meadow,” who embraces the hippie lifestyle. She’s kind and sweet and loves everyone. She has also opposed “the Establishment.” She’s heavily tattooed and has several facial piercings and thick underarm hair. My son is the complete opposite. He is in the business world and is very professional in […]
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Low blood pressure prompts concern about blood levels, iron
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 23-year-old woman. Recently, my friend experienced a problem with high blood pressure, and for about five days, I followed her diet, which consisted of no added salt or sugar. While taking care of her, I checked my blood pressure once or twice, and it was normal. However, after almost […]
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Aquarius: What you discover will help point you in a lucrative direction.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Hayden Christensen, 43; Kate Hudson, 45; James Franco, 46; Ashley Judd, 56. Happy Birthday: Pay attention, do things right the first time, trust your instincts and pursue what makes you happy. Let kindness lead the way and your courage and charm resonate with those you love. Be the one to […]
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Woman believes mother is playing favorites
DEAR ABBY: I am on a limited income. My younger sister, “Tara,” is a medical professional with disposable income she spends on frivolous things. I have one son, age 13; she has three children, ages 14, 10 and 3. Tara and I live a few miles apart; our mother lives 60 miles away. My mother […]