CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Gabby Barrett, 24; Kevin Connolly, 50; Matt Lucas, 50; Eva Mendes, 50. Happy Birthday: Look, observe and act. What you do will make a difference. Set your sights high and be relentless in getting things done this year. Refuse to let temptation sidetrack you. It’s OK to change your mind, […]
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Fellow customer expects help at checkout line
DEAR ABBY: A while ago, as I was standing in line at the grocery store, a young woman with seven or eight items tied up the checkout process by leaving her groceries on the belt, and then running back to grab something she forgot. It happens. I get it. She was buying name-brand food items, […]
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Aries: Don’t trust hearsay or give in to pressure tactics.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Chaz Bono, 55; Patricia Heaton, 66; Mykelti Williamson, 67; Catherine O’Hara, 70. Happy Birthday: Your emotions run high this year; put more thought into each move you make. Positive acts will help you push forward without trepidation and lift your spirits while you gain praise and respect. Refuse to give […]
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Constant Aleve and ibuprofen consumption can cause damage
DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband, age 70, had been diagnosed with osteoarthritis in his neck, for which he would take Aleve to relieve his discomfort when needed. Just before the Christmas holiday last year, his back began hurting so much that he went to his doctor, who said to get up and move more. (We […]
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Pisces: If you reveal too much, someone will quickly take over or steal your idea.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jessica Biel, 42; Julie Bowen, 54; Tone Loc, 58; Jackie Joyner-Kersee, 62. Happy Birthday: Live and learn. The experience you gain through observation will be priceless. Keep tabs on investments and what’s hot, and you’ll find a means to make extra cash this year. Don’t let emotions cloud your vision […]
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Two of mother’s sons have turned their backs on her
DEAR ABBY: Eight years ago, my oldest son, a police officer, quit talking to us. We had no fights, no arguments — he just stopped answering our calls, and I no longer was allowed to see my grandchildren. As the year progressed, he also alienated his sister and brothers. For the next three years, I […]
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Series of unfortunate events puts friendship in question
DEAR ABBY: My friend of eight years, “Lorna,” had a family get-together for her daughter, who was graduating from college. I was not invited, which surprised me, since our families were always close. Both of our sons were best friends. After telling me about their party plans, Lorna asked if I could make my special […]
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Aquarius: Overloading your roster with projects that don’t interest you to please someone else will set you back and cause frustration.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Bryce Dallas Howard, 43; Method Man, 53; Daniel Craig, 56; Jon Bon Jovi, 62. Happy Birthday: Learn as you go, and you’ll achieve all you set out to do this year. It’s important to give yourself the freedom to think outside the box and to take the road less traveled. […]
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Capricorn: Take a unique approach to how you use your disposable funds to invest in yourself.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Justin Bieber, 30; Kesha, 37; Lupita Nyong’o, 41; Ron Howard, 70. Happy Birthday: Set yourself up for success. Put a financial plan in place, and monitor your liabilities versus your assets. A hands-on approach to conducting your daily expenses, routines and lifestyle will give you the power you need and […]
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Patient worried over cancer risk with Barrett’s esophagus
DEAR DR. ROACH: After many years of dealing with reflux, I have now developed Barrett’s esophagus. The biopsy said “Barrett’s/intestinal metaplasia.” After speaking to the nurse at my gastroenterologist’s office, she explained that they were the “same thing.” Needless to say, I’m a bit concerned knowing that this diagnosis is a precursor to esophageal cancer. […]