DEAR ABBY: My wife constantly gaslights me. We have four children (ages 1, 3, 4 and 6), and we both work full-time. However, I pull 90% of the weight at home. I do the majority of household chores and much of the parenting. She’s an awesome mom and owns the morning routine and the majority […]
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Husband’s constant preaching is its own version of hell
DEAR ABBY: I’ve been in a relationship with a wonderful man for two years. He’s a minister. He and his late wife used to travel all over the world spreading the word. I’m from a less conservative, more spiritual background. I attend an all-denominational church that accepts everyone. My views on politics are also different […]
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Libra: Your information will offer insight into health tips that improve your lifestyle.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Christina Perri, 37; Matthew Perry, 54; John Stamos, 60; Bill Clinton, 77. Happy Birthday: A structured approach to what you want to accomplish this year will help you reach your goal. Journey down a specific path for the right reason, and it will turn into a rewarding direction. Ignore what […]
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Wireless devices to avoid when living with a pacemaker
DEAR DR. ROACH: Do people with pacemakers need to be concerned about wireless devices? — B.L. ANSWER: In most cases, there is very little risk to a pacemaker from wireless devices. However, there are some exceptions, so it is prudent to stay away from some types of devices as much as possible. For instance, anti-theft […]
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Mom struggles to describe a daughter whos veered off-course
DEAR ABBY: Our daughter (age 21) has made a series of bad choices and failed relationships since she was 16. She went to college and quit (twice), joined the Air Force and hated it, but managed to get a “general discharge.” At age 19, she had a baby with a high school dropout and violent […]
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Virgo: Use your intelligence, and you’ll find a way to make the most out of your situation.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Madelaine Petsch, 29; Andy Samberg, 45; Edward Norton, 54; Robert Redford, 87. Happy Birthday: Learn all you can this year and position yourself for success. Ask questions, take courses and build your qualifications to match your dreams. Be cognizant of what it will take to meet the demands surrounding your […]
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Stress test fails to identify blockages in the heart
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 81-year-old male who is in generally good health, except that I suffer from heart disease and acid reflux. My heart disease started in 1994 when I had three stents inserted, and I underwent an angioplasty in 1995 to have one of the stent ends opened up. In subsequent years, […]
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Goddaughter’s wedding is perfect
DEAR ABBY: I have a lovely goddaughter I’m estranged from. Although I had promised her she would be maid of honor at my wedding in 2015 (my second marriage), I didn’t do it. My fiance was diagnosed with Huntington’s disease, so we decided instead to have a commitment ceremony. I felt bad but didn’t contact […]
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Leo: Redesign your plans to fit the talent in the room or change your helpers to fulfill your original concept.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Austin Butler, 32; Tammy Townsend, 53; Donnie Wahlberg, 54; Robert De Niro, 80. Happy Birthday: Keep close tabs on your health, finances and legal matters. Precision and detail will make a difference in the outcome of such issues and bring positive results. Use charm to get the attention you desire […]
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What is considered safe usage of NSAIDs?
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have been advised by my sports medicine doctor to never take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs because they are detrimental to my health. I think this is unfortunate because NSAIDs do actually work to reduce pain. Do you agree with this advice, or is there some way to take them safely? — R.K. […]