CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Drew Bledsoe, 50; Simon Pegg, 52; Meg Tilly, 62; Terry Gross, 71. Happy Birthday: Simplicity, targeted thoughts and calculated moves will take you on a journey that helps you sort through the baggage that stands in your way. Rid yourself of anything that holds you back, and map out a […]
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COVID could have caused her slow heart rate but did it
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a retired 76-year-old female in good health who exercises regularly. During the pandemic, I have been cautious, wearing a mask and avoiding crowds. I received both shots of the initial vaccine, followed with the booster shot in early October. I visited my doctor for my annual wellness check. I had […]
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Grandmother upset with girl’s clothing choices
DEAR ABBY: From time to time, I pick my granddaughter up from public school. This week, I picked her up on Tuesday and again on Friday. Both days, she was wearing the exact same outfit, a shirt/hoodie that was too small and hand-me-down jeans that were too big. On Tuesday, when my son came to […]
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Sagittarius: Reach out to a friend or relative who can offer expert advice or insight into something you want to pursue
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Mena Suvari, 43; Kelly Hu, 54; Peter Gabriel, 72; Stockard Channing, 78. Happy Birthday: Keep your ideas to yourself until you are ready to launch. This year, preparation will be key if you want to turn your wild and crazy ideas into something spectacular. Don’t give anyone a chance to […]
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Man’s domineering nature has intensified with age
DEAR ABBY: I have been married to “Duane” for 41 years. Between us we have five children. I had three sons; he had a son and a daughter. All of them are grown now. Over the years, the relationship my husband has with my sons has deteriorated. They feel he treats them like they are […]
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Scorpio: Unload items you no longer need, and transform your portfolio to fit your financial needs
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Christina Ricci, 42; Darren Aronofsky, 53; Josh Brolin, 54; Arsenio Hall, 66. Happy Birthday: Try something new and exciting. Be open to suggestions, and look at what’s trending. Take your basic skills and diversify. Expand your interests, and make new connections. Personal growth will lead to new beginnings and opportunities […]
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New mom doesn’t take kindly to mil’s unwelcome opinions
DEAR ABBY: I’m married to a wonderful husband and I am a new mom to an 11-week-old beautiful baby boy. I am fortunate to have 12 weeks of maternity leave, after which my baby will be starting day care. This decision was very difficult, but necessary. I enjoy my career, and my husband has a […]
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Art Buyer looking for gift after helping to boost sales
DEAR ABBY: A year ago I discovered that I have a talent for creating a unique type of art which is marketable. At a holiday market in which I participated, a customer commissioned me to make two pieces for her. She also advised me on how I should market my art. I listened patiently but […]
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Do several small spleens work the same as one does
DEAR DR. ROACH: I read your recent article about spleens. Our daughter, who is 54 years old, recently had an MRI or CT scan due to another issue and the doctors were baffled as to what they saw. It turns out that she has “polysplenia.” We were all shocked, and especially since those who are […]
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Libra: comment or head into a discussion. Know what you are up against, and be prepared to handle matters responsibly
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Taylor Lautner, 30; Kelly Rowland, 41; Jennifer Aniston, 53; Sheryl Crow, 60. Happy Birthday: Be realistic and honest regarding what you can achieve. Set guidelines that will help you maintain your integrity and honor your promises. How you deal with others will determine your success. You can be kind and […]