DEAR ABBY: I have been in a relationship with someone for 11 months. We’re both each other’s first relationship after being single for a few years following traumatic breakups. During our entire relationship, he has not cut his hair, left his house or socialized with anyone besides me, except via text. He doesn’t visit me, […]
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Scorpio: Get out, network, socialize and charm your way into the hearts of those you want to be around.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Drew Barrymore, 50; Thomas Jane, 56; Jeri Ryan, 57; Kyle MacLachlan, 66. Happy Birthday: Consider what’s important to you before you head down a path that requires time, patience and accuracy. Look at your schedule and map out a plan that helps you execute what you want to achieve without […]
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Libra:Travel, group participation and events that bring you in contact with people you’d like to get to know better or work alongside will lead to interesting prospects.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Elliot Page, 38; Jennifer Love Hewitt, 46; William Baldwin, 62; Kelsey Grammer, 70. Happy Birthday: Rewire your brain to fit the circumstances. You have many choices this year that require thought and adjusting how you feel and do things, especially when communication, partnerships and money are the focal point(s?). Keep […]
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Family refuses to help relative who once helped them
DEAR ABBY: Eight years ago, my wife’s nephew needed a car. His parents had poor credit at that time. I took him to a car dealer, where he found a car, and I didn’t hesitate to cosign the loan. He paid the loan off on time. I am now in financial difficulty, and one possibility […]
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Spouse refuses to get tested for primary progressive aphasia
DEAR DR ROACH: My husband will be 80 in a couple of months. He is experiencing what I fear is primary progressive aphasia (PPA). He will not agree to get tested. Five years ago, a neuropsychiatrist diagnosed him with slight cognitive deficiencies. He struggles to find words, uses incorrect words, and has a poor concept […]
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PPIs aren’t necessary if reflux symptoms aren’t severe
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 71-year-old male in good health. I read your recent column on the use of proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs). About eight years ago, I was hospitalized for 10 days due to a severe case of pancreatitis. The pain was beyond horrible. A scan indicated that I had a severe infection. It […]
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Virgo: A well-thought-out plan is the only way to implement desirable change.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rihanna, 37; Miles Teller, 38; Brian Littrell, 50; Cindy Crawford, 59. Happy Birthday: Refuse to take a back seat. It’s your turn to shine and strive for the happiness you deserve. Aim this year to find a high-energy, goal-oriented and entertaining way to turn your expectations into a reality. Look […]
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Bride wants mother and aunt to walk her down the aisle
DEAR ABBY: My 25-year-old niece is getting married in four months. Five years ago, she lost her father in a tragic accident while her parents were on vacation. Since that time, she has come out as gay and grown closer to me than to her mom (my sister). I was always close to my sister […]
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Leo: Time is on your side, regardless of what anyone tells you.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Benicio Del Toro, 58; Seal, 62; Jeff Daniels, 70; Smokey Robinson, 85. Happy Birthday: Expand your interests, explore what life offers and develop the skills and attributes that bring you joy. Life is about choices, and the time is ripe to turn what soothes your soul into something that enriches […]
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Husband’s drug habit and lies push wife towards the exit
DEAR ABBY: I’ve been married to my husband for 30 years. For the past five years, I’ve noticed that he is acting a little different. He’s lost a lot of weight. I found out he’s been smoking drugs. He had this problem years ago, and I thought we had it beat. But now I’m getting […]