CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Emily Deschanel, 46; Jane Krakowski, 54; Lennie James, 57; Joan Cusack, 60. Happy Birthday: Balance and equality are the goals this year. Assess your assets, liabilities and relationships, and put a plan in place that will motivate you to make transitions that lead to a life with less stress and […]
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Lowering BMI before a surgery can provide a better outcome
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m 72, and I have had arthritis for three years: two years in both knees, one year in my right hip and the base of my spine. I am 5’3″ and weigh 221 pounds, with a body mass index (BMI) of 39. I lost 23 pounds from January to June. What is […]
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Virgo: If you crave change, stop waffling and do something to make your dreams come true. Be innovative and share your ideas with someone you’d like as a partner.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jodi Lyn O’Keefe, 44; Mario Lopez, 49; Wendi McLendon-Covey, 53; Nora Roberts, 72. Happy Birthday: Don’t sit back; it’s time to pick up the pace and manufacture the life you want to live. Be inventive, and you’ll come up with ideas that far surpass anything you’ve done in the past. […]
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Wife believes her social life is none of husband’s business
DEAR ABBY: My wife and I have been together for 26 years. I’m old school — no Facebook or social media, although I do follow sports on Twitter. My wife, however, is all into it. My issue is, she thinks it’s OK for her social life to be private. I don’t think there should be […]
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Friend reveals true feelings but is met with indifference
DEAR ABBY: I have a friend who has recently separated from an abusive husband. I’ve always had feelings for her, and I recently let her know about them. My problem is, it seems like I have to walk through broken glass just for her to talk to me. Last week, I had emergency surgery, and […]
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Leo: Reach out to a friend, and you’ll receive sound advice regarding all you need to know to get what you want running smoothly.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Melissa Villasenor, 35; Brandon Routh, 43; Tony Shalhoub, 69; Sharon Osbourne, 70. Happy Birthday: A passionate approach will help you draw attention, resulting in hands-on help. Use your attributes to charm others into seeing and doing things your way, and you’ll outmaneuver any competition you encounter. You may want to […]
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Cancer: Taking a minimalist attitude will offset spending or investing in something that isn’t worthwhile.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ksenia Solo, 35; Bruno Mars, 37; Sigourney Weaver, 73; Chevy Chase, 79. Happy Birthday: Participation leads to knowledge, connections and positive change that enhances your results this year. Be quiet regarding your plans and you’ll get further ahead. Added discipline will help you push your plans past the finish line. […]
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Holidays are far from happy for family of spiteful woman
DEAR ABBY: With the holidays approaching, I am starting to become anxious. I have a family member who ruins every holiday she doesn’t have control over. (She excludes some family members.) My children and grandchildren don’t like to associate with her, but attend holiday events at her home to keep the peace. If I host […]
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Gemini: Don’t put yourself in a vulnerable position. Listen and assess situations before you share your opinion.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shawn Ashmore, 43; Toni Braxton, 55; Simon Cowell, 63; Joy Behar, 80. Happy Birthday: Refuse to let uncertainty set in. Go directly to the source, and you’ll get the answers you require to bring your plans to fruition. Trust and believe in yourself, and be willing to put energy into […]
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Showering at night doesn’t increase stroke risk in seniors
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a senior, and I shower in the evenings, regardless of what time I go to sleep. There are times I shower after midnight as well. I was told that showering late, and then going to sleep isn’t good for seniors because it overstimulates the body and is not conducive to good […]