CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Skeet Ulrich, 54; Rainn Wilson, 58; Bill Maher, 68; David Lynch, 78. Happy Birthday: Take a trip down memory lane, and it will stir up plans and goals you have yet to achieve. Your timing is much better now than before, and it’s time to revive something on your bucket […]
Advice
Parents blatantly ignore all personal boundaries
DEAR ABBY: I am uncomfortable about being touched. I have been this way all my life. As a child, my parents forced me to hug and kiss relatives, and if I protested, I was reprimanded. I remember being dragged and pushed toward people. After I became an adult, I decided to tell people I no […]
Cancer: What you get in return will change how you move forward.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shawn Johnson, 32; Drea de Matteo, 52; Katey Sagal, 70; Dolly Parton, 78. Happy Birthday: A positive change is heading in your direction. Trust your instincts and make moves that will position you to achieve what’s meaningful to you. You can secure your home and personal situation if you follow […]
Absent father wonders about the fate of mother and child
DEAR ABBY: Almost 50 years ago, I got a girl pregnant. She left the state and two years later sent me a letter and a picture of the cutest baby — mine. Her letter ripped me apart. I admit I was a terrible person and deserved everything she wrote. Now that I’m up in years, […]
COVID vaccines do not increase the risk of cancer growth
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am looking for your opinion regarding the new COVID booster. I am not opposed to vaccinations, as I have had the initial two shots and one booster. About 18 months ago, I was diagnosed with prostate cancer and have since had my prostate removed. My current PSA readings are undetectable, for […]
Gemini: Set boundaries to protect against those trying to mislead or damage your reputation.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jason Segel, 44; Jesse L. Martin, 55; Mark Messier, 63; Kevin Costner, 69. Happy Birthday: Express yourself. What you command will come your way. Be adventurous, and make changes that push you to follow your heart and dreams. Opportunity comes to those willing to embrace change. Share your thoughts, and […]
Family fails to be there when needed most
DEAR ABBY: Somehow I became the go-to person for everyone in my family — siblings as well as parents. I have the means, and for decades, I have been happy to help. I recently lost a brother, and I assumed the people I’ve been there for would be there to support ME. Abby, they ALL […]
Abnormal infarction on an EKG brings worry of a heart attack
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 79-year-old man in relatively good health. I don’t take any medications. I recently visited a cardiologist regarding some heart palpitations that I have been experiencing. After a review of my laboratory tests, history and physical exams, and my electrocardiogram (EKG), the doctor told me that everything seemed fine. A […]
Taurus: Push to ensure your efforts lead to fulfillment.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Zooey Deschanel, 44; Michelle Obama, 60; Jim Carrey, 62; Steve Harvey, 67. Happy Birthday: Choose intelligence over force. Look for opportunities to improve your life and future. Say no to anyone who tries to talk you into something you don’t want to pursue. Life is too short to give in […]
Boyfriend’s head is happily in the clouds
DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend of two years, “Rick,” is addicted to social media — mainly the women on there. I’m not on any of his social media, and it seems like he acts like he’s single there. If he’s not at work, he is at home, but always on his phone. Rick pays more […]