CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Hayden Panettiere, 30; Usain Bolt, 33; Carrie-Anne Moss, 52; Kim Cattrall, 63. Happy Birthday: Know your limits, your strengths and your desires, and plunge into the future with confidence. Set your goals, and refuse to let anyone distract or persuade you to give up on your dreams. A steady pace […]
Advice
Husband betrays wife’s trust by posting nude photos of her
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been married 30 years. He is my high school sweetheart and my best friend. We enjoy each other, and I thought we had a great relationship. Occasionally, we “spice up” our sex life to keep things interesting. At his request, I have sexted him a few times with […]
Cuff should remain at heart level for accurate BP reading
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have always read that when you are having your blood pressure taken, your arm should be elevated above your heart. When mine is taken this way, it is normal, around 120/70. When I go to the doctor, my blood pressure is taken with my arm hanging at my side. I often […]
Taurus: Listen to your heart
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Misha Collins, 45; Amy Adams, 45; Billy Gardell, 50; Al Roker, 65. Happy Birthday: Say little and do a lot. Use this year to position yourself for future gains. Set yourself up to play on a winning team. Surround yourself with competent people who share your beliefs and goals, and […]
Wife is edged out of man’s affections by her grandson
DEAR ABBY: My husband, “Doug,” and I have had a long and happy marriage. We’ve raised two children, both of whom are doing well in life. I have much to be thankful for, but I keep having to remind myself of that because I’m having trouble adjusting to my changing relationship with my husband. We […]
Stick with proven CBD benefits until more research is done
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have a friend whose daughter has an egg allergy. She said her daughter will break out in a rash if she eats anything that even has trace amounts of egg in it. Another friend of hers told her to use CBD oil to prevent reactions, but I am skeptical. I cannot […]
Aries: Focus on your own personal growth
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Christina Perri, 33; Matthew Perry, 50; John Stamos, 56; Bill Clinton, 73. Happy Birthday: Make long-term personal plans that will help you prepare for the future. Aim to stabilize your financial situation, update contracts and set up a routine that will encourage good health. Settle any pending problems so you […]
Girl’s maternal grandparents were never told of her birth
DEAR ABBY: My 7-year-old granddaughter, “Hannah,” is the light of my life. Her mother walked out on her when she was 2, and her mother’s parents don’t know she exists. Her mother hid her pregnancy and delivery, and the child has lived with us since birth. My heart has always broken for her maternal grandparents. […]
Libra: You don’t have to overspend to make improvements
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Madelaine Petsch, 25; Andy Samberg, 41; Edward Norton, 50; Robert Redford, 83. Happy Birthday: Use your intelligence and knowledge to help you navigate your way through life. You’ll attract better options and people if you are willing to listen and take the time to decipher possibilities. Living your dream is […]
Dear Abby: She wants to start a family, but he isn’t
DEAR ABBY: My fiance, “Bradley,” is the man of my dreams. We have been together three years, live together and have a dog. Brad is in his early 30s, and I am turning 30 this year. We decided on a long engagement so we could enjoy the planning process. Our wedding is scheduled for next […]