CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ariel Winter, 26; Elijah Wood, 43; Sarah McLachlan, 56; Frank Darabont, 65. Happy Birthday: You have plenty to look forward to if you are willing to do your part. Financial gains and self-satisfaction brought on by lifestyle changes that contribute to home improvements and surrounding yourself with the people who […]
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Neighbor’s loud wind chimes have spoiled a quiet street
DEAR ABBY: I’m irritated by my neighbors, and I don’t know quite how to approach it. I live in a densely populated, but quiet, neighborhood. New neighbors moved in a couple of years ago, and after moving in, they hung a wind chime on their front porch. This isn’t your average wind chime. If I […]
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Pisces: Search for alternative ways to use your skills to earn cash.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Patton Oswalt, 55; Alan Cumming, 59; Bridget Fonda, 60; Cris Collinsworth, 65. Happy Birthday: Change what you don’t like and head in a comfortable direction that offers the potential to start new and exciting projects. Forward-thinking and following through with your plans will help build confidence and motivate you to […]
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Stepson’s crimes are more than stepmom can tolerate
DEAR ABBY: My 30-year-old stepson, “David,” is a convicted sex offender, currently serving a 15-year sentence for possession of child pornography and having inappropriate conversations with a preteen that almost went further. This was his third arrest for the same thing. David is also mildly autistic. I am beside myself. Because of David’s autism, his […]
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Spinal cord stroke leaves woman paralyzed from waist down
DEAR DR. ROACH: My wife’s best friend (age 58) has always been a fitness and nutrition buff, but she suddenly lost the ability to move her right leg. She was admitted to the hospital and, after extensive tests, was diagnosed with a spinal cord stroke. Basically, aside from urinary and bowel function, she is paralyzed […]
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Aquarius: Concentrate on closure and prepping for something you want to pursue.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Colin O’Donoghue, 43; Sara Rue, 45; Ellen DeGeneres, 66; Lucinda Williams, 71. Happy Birthday: Choose intelligence over emotions. If you act in haste, you’ll make a mistake that can affect your home and relationships. Plan your actions and initiate changes that offer more opportunities and less emotional stress. Take matters […]
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Son’s girlfriend may miss out on tradition
DEAR ABBY: My son, who is in his senior year of high school, is dating a beautiful, sweet girl I’ll call “Amanda.” I’m very fond of her. This is an exciting year for them both because soon she will be shopping for her graduation gown. Amanda told me her mom has said she will have […]
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Weight-loss drugs are only recommended for severe obesity
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m increasingly seeing reports of celebrities like Oprah Winfrey using weight-loss drugs with apparent success. I’m wondering if these drugs are suitable for someone like me, who isn’t a celebrity or obese, but could stand to lose about 20 pounds. What are the risks and benefits to using these drugs for moderate […]
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Capricorn: Refuse to let your emotions lead to overreacting or crossing boundaries that can disrupt your life, home or relationship.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Alicia Keys, 43; Mia Kirshner, 49; Ana Ortiz, 53; Jenifer Lewis, 67. Happy Birthday: Physical improvements and romance are favored. With hard work and initiative comes positive change. Map out what you want to accomplish and seize the moment. Turn every day into an adventure. Be open to new beginnings, […]
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Wife in unhappy marriage fantasizes about a friend
DEAR ABBY: I am an unhappily married woman with young children. I am attracted to a friend of mine and my husband’s, but he is also married. He’s a bit older, and I can’t tell for sure if he has feelings for me, but sometimes I suspect it. He has made me jewelry and gifts, […]