DEAR ABBY: I couldn’t be happier for my friends who are embarking on the next chapter of their lives with their partners, but I’m becoming increasingly anxious about their bachelorette parties. When did the bachelorette party become such a big production? While I have attended my fair share, I think they are getting increasingly extravagant […]
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Family front and center in rekindled relationship
DEAR ABBY: I recently reconnected with an old boyfriend after 30 years, and I’m concerned about what I can only describe as co-dependency between him and his daughter. His wife of 20 years died two years ago after a long illness. He was her caregiver for the majority of those years, along with raising his […]
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Pisces: Using your attributes to help others will encourage new opportunities
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jason Aldean, 45; Ali Larter, 46; Eric Lindros, 49; Pat Monahan, 53. Happy Birthday: Take your time. Make decisions based on your needs, not pressure others put on you. Stand up for your rights and what you want. Clarify your position, and don’t feel the need to compensate people who […]
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This common steroid can have a big effect on blood sugar
Dear Dr. Roach: My son was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in March 2020. We recently learned on our own that prednisone greatly affects blood sugar. This needs to be more common knowledge. We found this out when my son’s blood sugar was averaging 250 a day, 100 more than usual. We called his endocrinologist, […]
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DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been happily married for 23 years and have two children. Is it OK for my mother-in-law to tell my husband something and demand that he not tell me? The “secret” is: His sister, who has two children, is getting divorced. We don’t see either of them often, and […]
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Aquarius: Don’t let the changes others pursue entice you or make you feel indifferent about your life
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Josh Groban, 41; Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas, 51; Donal Logue, 56; Howard Hesseman, 82. Happy Birthday: How you connect to the outside world and the people who can make your life and goals easier will determine the outcome. Nurture relationships, and align yourself with people who share your values and complement […]
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Capricorn: Turn up the volume and make yourself heard. Step into the spotlight
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Corinne Bailey Rae, 43; Erykah Badu, 51; Mark Dacascos, 58; Michael Bolton, 69. Happy Birthday: Look for opportunities to follow through. Take what you can and use your skills to reach your goal. A change in how you earn and handle your money will help you build a strong base […]
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Mom’s Friend’s take Different path’s in providing for kid’s
DEAR ABBY: I met my friend “Ashley” and her daughter three years ago. Our daughters are 9 years old. Ashley makes good money and is married. I’m a single mom. I do well as a registered nurse, but I’m not on her level when it comes to money. We all get along great and have […]
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Mom friend’s take different path’s in providing for kid’s
DEAR ABBY: I met my friend “Ashley” and her daughter three years ago. Our daughters are 9 years old. Ashley makes good money and is married. I’m a single mom. I do well as a registered nurse, but I’m not on her level when it comes to money. We all get along great and have […]
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Teen feels overwhelmed as challenges pile up
DEAR ABBY: I’m a teen girl having some trouble right now. I was in an abusive family. Most of my life, I was bullied because I separated from them because they were doing drugs. I have serious depression, and my foster family hasn’t noticed. I have given them plenty of signs (I have trouble talking […]