CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ben Foster, 44; Gabrielle Union, 52; Winona Ryder, 53; Richard Dreyfuss, 77. Happy Birthday: Tune in to what makes you happy and head in that direction. Take responsibility for your peace of mind and your ability to use your skills efficiently to meet your needs. Customize your spending and expectations, […]
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Friends keep mum about affair within their circle
DEAR ABBY: Our friend “Carrie” revealed to our close friend group that for the last few years she has been having an affair with her best friend “Julia’s” husband. Their kids are best friends, and they spend a lot of time together, even taking family vacations. We have told Carrie many times how this can […]
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Aquarius: Personal improvements will heighten your chance to advance.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Nolan Gould, 26; Julia Roberts, 57; Bill Gates, 69; Annie Potts, 72. Happy Birthday: Put your energy where it will help you connect with people who can further your agenda. Travel, educational pursuits and communication are favored. Refrain from letting emotional spending or misleading information cost you. Use your intelligence […]
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Cardiologist doesn’t recommend taking OTC sleep aids
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 81-year-old man in reasonably good health. When I had trouble falling asleep, I would take a swig of Zzzquil, which worked perfectly every time. However, since then, my cardiologist told me to stop taking such products, so I turned to 5-mg tablets of melatonin in the evening to help […]
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Capricorn: Don’t waste time; be direct and generous with your time and expertise, and your dream will become your reality.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kelly Osbourne, 40; Patrick Fugit, 42; Peter Firth, 71; John Cleese, 85. Happy Birthday: Decide what you want, put together a strategy and turn this year into one of progress, innovative moves and positioning yourself for prospects that titillate you mentally, physically and financially. The only limits will be the […]
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Sibling reluctant to fill role as sister’s therapist
DEAR ABBY: My sister, whom I dearly love, is going through some difficult times. She confides in me about her troubles, and I gladly listen and give advice. Although I am willing to listen and help, I feel she would really benefit from seeing a therapist to help her overcome some of her challenges. I […]
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Custody issues and ex’s behavior put strain on new marriage
DEAR ABBY: I have been married to “Ellis,” a wonderful man, for a year and a half. This is a second marriage for each of us. My older children are on their own. Ellis has three boys (ages 15, 21 and 23) who live with us. The oldest is autistic. My husband and his ex-wife, […]
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Sagittarius: Stick close to loved ones and those who support your beliefs and goals.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Seth MacFarlane, 51; Cary Elwes, 62; James Pickens Jr., 70; Pat Sajak, 78. Happy Birthday: Put yourself first and do what’s best for you. Focus on your health and well-being, physical and mental, and engage in whatever brings you peace of mind and points you in a direction that makes […]
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Young woman keeps mom at arm’s length on social media
DEAR ABBY: I’m the mom of an 18-year-old daughter, “Leia.” We have always tried to keep the lines of communication open with our children, and we have what I think is a strong, positive familial bond. My best friend recently informed me that Leia has an Instagram account that’s publicly accessible. I can’t find her […]
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Check out the recommended at-home blood pressure monitors
DEAR DR. ROACH: You recently stressed the need for at-home blood pressure monitoring for the control of blood pressure. Which brand should I buy? — L.L. ANSWER: Home blood pressure monitoring adds a great deal of information to in-office blood pressure monitoring, since it ensures that the blood pressure is being optimally controlled. A few […]