DEAR ABBY: I’m writing in response to “Requires Companionship” (Feb. 7), whose husband has atypical Parkinson’s and she’s considering dating. My wife was diagnosed nine years ago, and she, too, has reached the point where she can no longer walk, write or speak. We have, however, found ways to communicate and spend quality time together. […]
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Scorpio: Romance will improve your life
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Novak Djokovic, 31; Apolo Ohno, 36; Ginnifer Goodwin, 40; Naomi Campbell, 48. Happy Birthday: Your energetic approach to life won’t mix well with your emotions this year. Expect to face opposition and differences of opinion when dealing with domestic matters or friends and relatives. Hard work will pay off, but […]
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Keto doesn't warrant extended use
DEAR DR. ROACH: What is your opinion of the keto diet? I have been doing it for a few weeks now and lost a few pounds, but it goes against everything I usually eat — high quantities of red meat, lots of full-fat foods and dairy. Since I am losing some weight and actually feel […]
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Gym pays off with arm-wrestling
DEAR ABBY: I’m average, fitness-wise, and work in an office. My girlfriend, who is naturally athletic, has belonged to a gym for a year. Our two fitness paths collided when I was enjoying a coffee with her and her training partner, “Trixi,” at her place one day. Trixi made a muscle. When I complimented her […]
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Libra: Change what you don't like
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Fairuza Balk, 44; Lisa Edelstein, 52; Nick Cassavetes, 59; Judge Reinhold, 61. Happy Birthday: Speed it up and plan to get things done this year. Overdue changes at home, trips or educational pursuits you’ve been putting off should be a priority. This is a year of accomplishment and positioning yourself […]
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Family doesn't understand ediquette
DEAR ABBY: I belong to a family that doesn’t respond to RSVPs for weddings or wedding showers. They often arrive late, leave weddings early and sometimes don’t stay to eat at the reception even when it has been catered at a cost of $100 a person. My adult children always ask me to call my […]
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Taurus: Think about the pros, cons before deciding
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Matt Czuchry, 41; Tony Stewart, 47; Tony Goldwyn, 58; Cher, 72. Happy Birthday: Size up your current situation and make long-term plans that will encourage you to end what isn’t working for you while you build new beginnings that show promise. Strive for greater stability and try to gain information […]
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Virgo: Visit an old friend
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Dario Franchitti, 45; Polly Walker, 52; Grace Jones, 70; Pete Townshend, 73. Happy Birthday: Focus on home, family and gaining greater security and stability. Let go of what’s not working for you instead of laboring over what you cannot change. Embrace the future with the intent to meet your needs […]
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Public skeptical of woman's anxiety
DEAR ABBY: I can’t drive. It’s not because I don’t want to, but whenever I sit behind the wheel, I have panic attacks. I’m currently attending therapy for it, and progress is being made, albeit slowly. The problem is, when I try to explain that I suffer from GAD (generalized anxiety disorder), which affects my […]
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Trampoline poses risk
DEAR ABBY: I have really nice neighbors, and we are always pleasant to each other. We put up a large above-ground pool in our backyard, and they put up a trampoline. I would like to enjoy our pool (how to put this delicately?) without tan lines. I do not want to offend them or expose […]