DEAR ABBY: I have been seeing ”Russell” for about a year. Last March he told me he had to move in with his grandmother because ”he was the only bachelor in the family who could take care of her.” Stupidly, I believed him. Not long after that, I found out he had a pregnant girlfriend. […]
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Sagittarius: Too much of anything will lead to trouble
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Willow Shields, 16; Amy Schumer, 35; Heidi Klum, 43; Morgan Freeman, 79. Happy Birthday: Good things will happen if you offer solutions or suggestions. Your kindness will help you do your part without actually spending money. Sticking to your budget but participating in causes or groups you believe in will […]
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Botox is not the only treatment for uncontrollable eye twitches
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have blepharospasm (eye twitching, for those who have never heard of it). It’s terrible. I’m 58 and have had it for 10 years, but it has gotten worse as I’ve gotten older. Are there ANY treatments other than Botox that you have heard of? I’ve read all that’s on the Internet, […]
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‘How do I tell him I’d like freedom to be a ho?’
DEAR ABBY: I’m in love with my boyfriend, and we’re about to move to a huge college town. We’ve been dating two years and I want him to be my husband, but at the same time I want to live life. I’m not even 21 yet, and I haven’t experienced life. I want to go […]
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Scorpio: Make changes to improve your relationships
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Colin Farrell, 40; Brooke Shields, 51; Tom Berenger, 67; Clint Eastwood, 86. Happy Birthday: Follow your heart. Your relationships will have to be evaluated and ground rules put in place if you want to avoid being taken for granted. It’s up to you to speak up and call the shots […]
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Putting on weight the healthy way
DEAR DR. ROACH: Our 19-year-old son, who is 6 feet, 2 1/2 inches tall and weighs 130 pounds, wants to know if there’s anything that can decrease his metabolism. He’s always been thin and very active, loves outdoor sports, running, hiking, surfing. He’s employed and will be graduating high school next month, but lately he […]
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Gay man does not welcome attention from female friend
DEAR ABBY: I’m a 51-year-old gay male. I have a sweet, dear friend I’ll call ”Samantha” who is slightly older. The problem is, she wants more than friendship. She insists on spending time with me and calls me daily. She hugs me repeatedly when she goes to leave, and kisses my neck or cheek — […]
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Libra: Be ready to take on more responsibilities
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rory Bushfield, 33; Clint Bowyer, 37; Idina Menzel, 45; Wynonna Judd, 52. Happy Birthday: Discipline will be required. You’ll face temptation, uncertainty and confusion due to meddling, manipulation and underhandedness. Trust in yourself and your abilities to advance in the right direction. Prepare to move forward on your own. Initiate […]
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Chronic pancreatitis requires enzyme replacement
DEAR DR. ROACH: I lost weight, and had terrible symptoms. My gastroenterologist gave me several tests but couldn’t seem to make a diagnosis. Long story short, it was chronic pancreatitis, which my mom also has (we even had the same doctor). There seems to be a stigma attached to this disease and a lot of […]
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Woman sees herself as abuser after couple’s stormy breakups
DEAR ABBY: After reading some of your columns concerning abusive, controlling relationships, I realize that I am in one, but not in the way you assume. I am the abuser. My boyfriend and I have been together for a year and a half. Most of the time it’s great — we have similar interests, and […]