DEAR ABBY: I have been with my live-in boyfriend, “Kyle,” for four years. He has many great qualities, the most important of them being he fully accepts my daughter as his own. He doesn’t see her as his “girlfriend’s kid” or even a “stepchild.” She has no contact with her biological father or any of […]
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Hormone shots cause terrible hot flashes in 67-year-old man
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am 67 years old and have a lot of medical issues, including diabetes, high blood pressure, a previous heart attack, a small stroke, and a stent in one of the major arteries to my brain. I was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer, as my PSA level was elevated. I underwent radiation […]
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Pisces: Adjust your attitude to ensure better health, emotional well-being and personal growth.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Vera Farmiga, 51; Geri Halliwell, 52; M. Night Shyamalan, 54; Michelle Yeoh, 62. Happy Birthday: Hang on to your cash and secure what’s important. Opportunity is readily available this year, but before you overdo it, consider what’s necessary, and make decisions that will enhance your lifestyle without depleting your bank […]
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Online romance prompts existential questions
DEAR ABBY: I met a man from another country through the internet last year. In the beginning, we talked every day via video chat. We share much in common. We never have a problem keeping our conversations going, and we pick up on each other’s emotions and needs without even trying. Our communication is less […]
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Fosamax is an appropriate, albeit powerful, drug for osteopenia
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 65-year-old, overweight white woman. I recently had a DEXA scan, and based on the results, my general physician prescribed Fosamax for osteopenia. The first dose created a horrible reaction two days after ingestion, with severe pain in both my arms, neck, and legs. I was in absolute agony for two […]
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Aquarius: Changes you make to your domestic domain will please you and those influenced by the results.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Lolo Jones, 42; Jesse Williams, 43; Jonathan Silverman, 58; Maureen McCormick, 68. Happy Birthday: Follow your passion and pursue your dreams. Take the opportunity to move forward with a free spirit. Dedicate more time to developing what excites you and entertaining those who can help you reach your destination this […]
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Long wait for boyfriend becomes bitter over time
DEAR ABBY: I admire your wit and appreciate your candor, which is why I’m writing to you. I’ve been dating a man for 4 1/2 years. He’s 56; I’m 60. I hope for a life with him, marriage, a place of our own, etc. The only obstacle is his obligation to look after his aging […]
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21-year-old man in critical condition after near-drowning in Poland
The Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Office said the man was swimming with friends on Saturday when he became tired and went underwater.
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Capricorn: Revisit your aspirations and how to fund achieving the outcome you desire.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Cole Sprouse, 32; Dylan Sprouse, 32; Meghan Markle, 43; Barack Obama, 63. Happy Birthday: Stay in touch with your people. Surrounding yourself with positive, upbeat support will encourage strength and a positive attitude to help you achieve your goals this year. Use your charm and entertain your way forward. Having […]
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Parents of teen angered when neighbor calls 911
DEAR ABBY: My next-door neighbors, whom I have become close with, have three adult children. My friends admit it’s always been important for them to be their children’s friends and be the “popular” parents, enforcing no discipline/guidance ever in their children’s lives, still to this day. The 19-year-old daughter has drug and alcohol problems and […]