DEAR DR ROACH: I was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 1987 at the age of 39. I was treated with a lumpectomy, radiation and 5-FU chemotherapy (seven treatments). Nine years ago, in the same breast, I had a small tumor and elected to have a bilateral mastectomy followed by a prescription of tamoxifen for […]
Advice
Cross-dressing man eager for halloween opportunity
DEAR ABBY: I’m a cross-dresser who is able to enjoy wearing women’s clothes in private at home. With Halloween around the corner, I want nothing more than to be fully dressed as a woman and go outside to experience how it feels. I want to wear a nice dress, high heels, pantyhose, wig, makeup, etc. […]
Pisces: Use your skills strategically and make alterations as you move forward.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ryan Reynolds, 47; Cat Deeley, 47; Weird Al Yankovic, 64; Dwight Yoakam, 67. Happy Birthday: Strategy is essential if you want to reach your goal. Put emotions aside and refuse to put up with drama or overreact to domestic or relationship mayhem. A steady pace, discipline and a good imagination […]
Underlying cause of a seizure needs to be further investigated
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have been a registered nurse for 55 years. I’m writing in about my 42-year-old son who recently suffered a focal seizure while driving. He has a history of neck pain, possibly caused by his history of skateboarding on pipes during his early teen years and drumming in a band. My daughter […]
Aquarius: Pay attention to detail and finish what you start to avoid criticism.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jesse Tyler Ferguson, 48; Saffron Burrows, 51; Jeff Goldblum, 71; Christopher Lloyd, 85. Happy Birthday: Sensitivity will be an issue if you act in haste. Take your time, plan your actions and focus on self-improvement, and you’ll discover what you need in your life to achieve peace of mind and […]
Thanksgiving venue change leads to family bickering
DEAR ABBY: For the last six years, my partner and I have hosted family Thanksgiving dinners. I always spend more time and energy than I have to make it beautiful and successful. This year, I have neither the budget nor a desire for the stress. I made it known early that we wouldn’t be hosting […]
Family tries to sideline spouse’s concerns for mil
DEAR ABBY: My mother-in-law is a sweet retired teacher. She lives an active life volunteering at her local Boys and Girls Club and keeping up with her friends. The issue is, her mobility and her memory are in decline, and she and her family are in denial about it. She still drives and has recently […]
Capricorn: Information will save you from making mistakes or missing out on something great.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Blanca Suarez, 35; Glen Powell, 35; Matt Dallas, 41; Judge Judy Sheindlin, 81. Happy Birthday: Reach for what resonates with you, and distance yourself from pushy people who try to manipulate you emotionally. Focus on the changes that make you happy and go about your business behind the scenes, where […]
Family walks on eggshells amid fertility struggles
DEAR ABBY: My son married a wonderful woman. Sadly, they are having great difficulty conceiving a baby. They have opted out of many conventional medical procedures because of their religious beliefs, for which I admire them. While their struggles persist, another close family member has recently had a baby. My daughter-in-law has chosen not to […]
Sagittarius: Take the opportunity to get out and enjoy community events and reunions or learn something that will help you excel.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Alona Tal, 40; John Krasinski, 44; Snoop Dogg, 52; Viggo Mortensen, 65. Happy Birthday: Keep an open mind and heart when dealing with loved ones, but don’t let anyone take advantage of you this year. Pay attention to detail and timelines, and take care of what’s important to you before […]