DEAR ABBY: I am a perpetual planner, unlike my family and friends. I joke that I live and die by my calendar. Like many families, mine constantly goes in different directions for school activities, work trips, doctor’s appointments, visits to/from out of town for family, etc. Our “planned chaos” overwhelms others who live life on […]
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Libra: Don’t put pressure on others unless you intend to stand by their side and do your part.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Margot Robbie, 33; Alex Morgan, 34; Ashley Tisdale, 38; Larry David, 76. Happy Birthday: Rethink your long-term plans and make adjustments. Pay more attention to what makes you happy, and configure the best route to reach your goal. Don’t waste time on something you cannot change. Focus on what’s feasible […]
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Couple Quarrels over piece of america’s shameful past
DEAR ABBY: I am a Hispanic-American woman who has been married to my husband for three years. He was born and raised in North Carolina. He’s a wonderful person. We both share a passion for antiques, and we love researching and learning about the past. My husband is white, and he grew up in times […]
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Virgo: Cut back on expenses you can live without, and you’ll boost your level of confidence and find it easier to fulfill the dreams that matter most.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Liv Tyler, 46; Missy Elliott, 52; Pamela Anderson, 56; Dan Aykroyd, 71. Happy Birthday: Plan your actions, leave no room for error and use your intelligence to outmaneuver anyone competing with you. Turn your attention to what’s possible, and you’ll gain ground and make good connections. Expand your thoughts and […]
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Lunch group’s self-appointed driver should be red-flagged
DEAR ABBY: My co-workers and I go out to lunch once a week. We used to take turns driving, but one co-worker is so genuinely thrilled to drive that over the last year we let her do all of it. Abby, she’s NOT a good driver. She hits the curbs making turns, and one time […]
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What does it mean to be immunocompromised?
DEAR DR ROACH: Would you please clarify what it means to be immunocompromised? Is it the same as having an immune disorder? If a person has an autoimmune disorder, are they considered immunocompromised, or would they have an exceptionally robust immune system? As people age, their immune systems weaken. Would an autoimmune disease become less […]
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Leo: Don’t reveal too much information to friends and family before you figure out what’s best for you.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Michael Phelps, 38; Monica Potter, 52; Mike Tyson, 57; David Alan Grier, 68. Happy Birthday: Be a leader, not a follower. Pay more attention to what you know and do well instead of letting others step in and take over. Express your needs and desires and clear up any misunderstandings […]
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Woman struggles to find purpose in life
DEAR ABBY: I am a 29-year-old housewife with a loving husband, a caring mother and equally supportive in-laws. I’m writing because I feel useless. I don’t even have a hobby I’m good at. Although I like to play music, draw and play with cats, I don’t think I’m good at any of them, despite others […]
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Cancer: Participate in events that offer insight into how to navigate what’s trending.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Camila Mendes, 29; Nicole Scherzinger, 45; Melora Hardin, 56; Gary Busey, 79. Happy Birthday: Live and learn. Practice what you preach, and be true to yourself and honest with others. Focus on discipline, accomplishment and adjusting to your circumstances this year. Rely on your experience and the connections you nurture; […]
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Aunt is afraid that helping nephew may carry high cost
DEAR ABBY: I come from a very close family, and I am the rock of the family. If someone needs help, I’m the one they come to. Recently, my nephew has been in a downward spiral because of drugs. He is now in jail. He is only 19 and was always an amazing young man, […]