DEAR ABBY: I was married to a wonderful, beautiful woman when we were much younger. We got married because of an unplanned pregnancy. After some years, we both had grown in different directions, and we divorced. We remained friends even after I remarried. I’m now in the early stages of my second divorce because I […]
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Good hygiene and vaccination go hand in hand to combat flu
DEAR DR. ROACH: There are a lot of flu cases in my state, and people are very worried. My mom, a retired nurse, says that I should wash my hands several times a day for at least 20 seconds each time, including under my nails, between my fingers, and the backs of my hands, because […]
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Scorpio: Be cautious with your money
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Oscar De La Hoya, 47; Gabrielle Anwar, 50; Clint Black, 58; Alice Cooper, 72. Happy Birthday: Change what’s necessary. Be willing to walk away from people who don’t share your views and situations that do not fit into your plans. Prepare to put in the energy required to infuse your […]
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Fear keeps jittery driver from getting a license
DEAR ABBY: I am trying hard to let go of my paralyzing fear of driving, which has prevented me from getting a license. I am not sure why I get so nervous and afraid when I get behind the wheel. I really need a car to get my family and myself around. I just wish […]
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Exposing the French paradox
DEAR DR. ROACH: A friend told me that her husband, who is 80, is claiming that the French eat a lot of butter, cream, cheese, pastries and red meat, and have the lowest rate of heart disease in the world. That seems crazy to me, and I’m wondering if there’s any truth to it. She […]
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Libra: Give strong consideration to changing life’s direction
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Isla Fisher, 44; Nathan Lane, 64; Morgan Fairchild, 70; Blythe Danner, 77. Happy Birthday: Prepare to make things happen this year. Your strength, courage and desire to make a difference will inspire others to pitch in and help. Speak up, be direct and leave nothing to the imagination. It’s time […]
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Grandson living rent-free pushes grandparents’ buttons
DEAR ABBY: Our 24-year-old grandson “Raffy,” a college grad from a respected technical institution, couldn’t find a job for a year after graduation. He has been living with us for more than six months without paying rent because we wanted to help him get on his feet. Currently, his only responsibility is helping somewhat after […]
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Lynch syndrome could link family’s cancers
DEAR DR. ROACH: On my mother’s side of the family, all four sisters out of seven children were diagnosed with cancer and have died from the disease. Their ages at the time they passed ranged between 60 and 70, and the type of cancer was different for each of them (lung, gallbladder, uterus and stomach). […]
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Eugenia Last, Libra: Think matters through before taking action
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shakira, 43; Christie Brinkley, 66; Brent Spiner, 71; Graham Nash, 78. Happy Birthday: Being progressive and forward-thinking will help you let go of the past. Channel your energy into worthwhile causes, and you will make connections that will help you advance. Learning to live in the moment and to make […]
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Dear Abby: Fight puts kink in plans for cruise
DEAR ABBY: I paid $5,000 for a seven-day cruise with my grandkids. All I asked was for them to pack a carry-on and a backpack. My granddaughter and son are having a problem with it. I tried explaining that I’m handicapped and do not want to check a large bag for her because it’s a […]