DEAR ABBY: My daughter and her fiance are intelligent, successful professionals in their early 30s. Her fiance just informed her he was a sperm donor for a friend and his wife a few years ago, resulting in two biological children with one more on the way. He never mentioned this to my daughter before. She […]
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Cancer: Get involved in something that will benefit your community or encourage you to get back to basics, pastimes and people who make you smile.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Dianna Agron, 37; Kirsten Dunst, 41; Kunal Nayyar, 42; Johnny Galecki, 48. Happy Birthday: Engage in the activities and pastimes that make you happy. Take charge of your life and change what is no longer working for you. By helping yourself, you’ll be setting an example for others. Trust and […]
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Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on April 29: ‘Maine rivers at freshet pitch’
Read more about April 29, 1923, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1923 The floor of the bridge across the little Androscoggin near the underpass on the Auburn-Danville junction road is two or three feet underwater. Automobiles crossing the bridge are up to their hub in water. 50 Years Ago: 1973 The Women’s Auxiliary […]
Posted inDear Abby
Abuse survivor has turned to food to deal with past
DEAR ABBY: In many ways, I am blessed. I have an amazing family, a great husband and a well-paying job that I enjoy. My only problem is, I hate myself. I hide my pain with humor (I’m pretty funny). I have some childhood sexual abuse trauma and have had a lot of counseling. I’m hesitant […]
Posted inDear Abby
Abuse survivor has turned to food to deal with past
DEAR ABBY: In many ways, I am blessed. I have an amazing family, a great husband and a well-paying job that I enjoy. My only problem is, I hate myself. I hide my pain with humor (I’m pretty funny). I have some childhood sexual abuse trauma and have had a lot of counseling. I’m hesitant […]
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Gemini: Don’t let anyone exploit you or make you feel guilty for caring for yourself.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Andre Agassi, 53; Uma Thurman, 53; Michelle Pfeiffer, 65; Jerry Seinfeld, 69. Happy Birthday: Emotions will be close to the surface. Recognize your motives before you make a move. Having a clear-cut strategy will help you avoid making a hasty decision. Opportunities are apparent, but doing your homework is a […]
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Looking Back on April 28: ‘Lewiston, ‘billy goat’ of blue laws, planning to seek repeal’
Read more about April 28, 1948, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1923 The fishing season at Lake Auburn began officially Saturday afternoon, the announcement being made by E. M. Lowell, game warden, Saturday morning. The lake at that time was clear of ice with the exception of a small space at the north […]
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Siblings take different approaches toward mother
DEAR ABBY: Our mom just turned 100, and she is in good health. I threw a big birthday celebration to honor this amazing woman. My brother and I were adopted as infants. She gave us a fabulous childhood, and we grew up to be responsible adults. My brother, who’s retired, lives 6 miles from Mom, […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Safety of increasingly common THC edibles called into question
DEAR DR. ROACH: I live in a large community. More and more of my peers are using THC gummies sold over the counter at smoke shops as a substitute for smoking marijuana. Are there any studies being conducted on the safety of imbibing these small amounts of THC? Also, are there any studies being conducted […]
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Taurus: Focus on your surroundings and make them more inviting. How you live represents who you are.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jessica Alba, 42; Penelope Cruz, 49; Jay Leno, 73; Ann-Margret, 82. Happy Birthday: Take stock before you start again. Don’t count on others when you should do the work yourself. You have plenty to gain, but it will take ingenuity and doing or overseeing the work yourself. Put your energy […]