CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Julianne Hough, 33; Judy Greer, 46; Josh Holloway, 52; Carlos Santana, 74. Happy Birthday: Be yourself, make decisions based on what you want, and refuse to let anyone push you around. Speak on your behalf and make the adjustments that add to your comfort and convenience. It’s your turn to […]
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Man still depends on ex-wife for everyday needs
DEAR ABBY: I have been with my boyfriend, “John,” for a year and a half. He had been divorced for two years after a 20-year marriage when we got together. He told me he and his ex, “Jessica,” were still good friends. I thought it was OK since they were co-parenting their kid. I have […]
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The (slowing) march of medical advancement
DEAR DR. ROACH: Are medical advances going backward? If not, why are so many people dying in their 50s and 60s? Just look at the obituaries. By now, we all should be living into our 80s and 90s. What’s your take on this subject? — R.S. ANSWER: Medicine has made incremental benefits on many fronts. […]
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Gemini: Move things around at home to suit your need
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Trai Byers, 38; Jared Padalecki, 39; Benedict Cumberbatch, 45; Nancy Carell, 55. Happy Birthday: Take a deep breath and dig into something electrifying. Plan your actions carefully, and spare no expense or detail when it comes to reaching your objective. Life is about living, and taking a chance to turn […]
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Long-held family secret continues to be hidden
DEAR ABBY: I have a half-sister who is 14 years younger, and there is a sensitive genealogical matter I have never shared with her. Her “father” married our mother while she was pregnant with another man’s child. That man lied to her about being single and wanting to marry her. My stepfather came on the […]
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Taurus: Don’t face off with someone over something that isn’t of importance to you
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Taylor Russell, 27; Kristen Bell, 41; Vin Diesel, 54; Wendy Williams, 57. Happy Birthday: Embrace the world with open arms. Opportunities are within reach; all you have to do is be receptive, use your imagination and take matters into your own hands. Get out and network. Participate and position yourself […]
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Single woman fears she may never be a wife and mother
DEAR ABBY: I am a 31-year-old woman who has been in many relationships since high school. No engagements, however, although four of the men mentioned they wanted to marry me. I lived with three of them. I’m a former model, have almost completed my second master’s degree and hold a steady government job. I don’t […]
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Aries: Avoid an unnecessary emotional scene
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Asjha Cooper, 38; Luke Bryan, 45; David Hasselhoff, 69; Donald Sutherland, 86. Happy Birthday: Embrace life wholeheartedly this year. Be open to doing things differently and to exploring the possibilities that exist. Strive to broaden your outlook and to let your creative imagination point you toward positive changes, new friendships […]
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Ungrateful daughter resorts to intimidation
DEAR ABBY: My 40-year-old daughter has never worked. She never married but has a 5-year-old son and is expecting a girl in six months. My husband bought a house for her to live in, but she didn’t like it. When he passed away, I bought her a different house and sold the first one. I […]
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Optimistic news on COVID vaccine: drop in asymptomatic cases
DEAR DR. ROACH: Can you get long COVID from symptomless post-vaccine infection? — L.B. ANSWER: “Long COVID” refers to long-term symptoms following an infection with the novel coronavirus. These symptoms, which may persist for months (at least), include fatigue, difficulty concentrating often called “brain fog,” persistent loss of smell or taste, headache, chest discomfort and […]