DEAR DR. ROACH: I worked in a building from 1975 to 2002 that is now being torn down due to asbestos. The people who worked in the building didn’t know at the time of any asbestos exposure. What problems could we potentially have? Should anything be done? This isn’t good! — L.B. ANSWER: Asbestos is […]
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Scorpio: Make whatever adjustments are necessary to keep you in a positive mindset.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Megan Hilty, 42; Lucy Lawless, 55; Amy Sedaris, 62; Eric Idle, 80. Happy Birthday: Realism will play a role in how your year unfolds. View situations from a distance, and refuse to let emotions steal your thunder when practicality is required. Use your knowledge, experience and intelligence to outsmart anyone […]
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Woman’s frank sexual talk creates doubts for fiancé
DEAR ABBY: I’m a 50-year-old man who has been divorced twice. The last one was two years and eight months ago. Last year, I met a wonderful woman, and we have been dating and building a beautiful relationship together. A month ago, I proposed to her, and she accepted. Everything is going great, but I’m […]
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Underlying cause of excess sleep may be depression
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have a problem I’ve never seen addressed in your column. Unlike many people who are my age (85), I get too much sleep. I am pretty healthy, and I work out three times a week. Until last year, when my husband died, I was always busy taking care of him at […]
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Libra: Protect your reputation by fulfilling your duties and keeping an open dialogue with your partners,
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Lady Gaga, 37; Julia Stiles, 42; Vince Vaughn, 53; Reba McEntire, 68. Happy Birthday: Take your time; get organized. Preparation will help eliminate mishaps and misunderstandings. Stay in control and push forward with your issues and the goals that matter most to you. The hard work you put in this […]
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Husband has nickel-and-dime approach to family finances
DEAR ABBY: I’ve been married for more than 30 years. My husband and I split all bills and everything else. This has worked because, in life, I have always taken care of myself. My issue is his cheap attitude about every little dime. He always makes sure I pay my fair share TO THE PENNY, […]
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Man forgives wife’s affair, start his own
DEAR ABBY: I’ve been married for a little more than 12 years. My wife and I have one child. Unfortunately, like a lot of relationships, we’ve been stuck in a rough patch for a while now. I learned that she was having an affair a few years ago, which rocked me to the core. I […]
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Virgo: A financial opportunity or contract looks inviting. Let your intelligence lead the way, and use your voice to promote opportunity.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Fergie, 48; Nathan Fillion, 52; Mariah Carey, 54; Pauley Perrette, 54. Happy Birthday: Express yourself, demonstrate your intentions and invite individuals into your circle this year who have something to contribute to your goal. Your dedication and determination will help you finish what you start if you don’t let anxiety […]
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Exercise builds strength, improves limits in those with arthritis
DEAR DR. ROACH: I so appreciated your recent column on arthritis — specifically osteoarthritis. I’m a big exerciser; however, I have always heard that this arthritis is caused or exacerbated by wear and tear. I was surprised to hear otherwise! I have modified or given up a handful of exercises that seem to cause my […]
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Leo: Make opportunities instead of expecting others to make them for you. Use your intelligence,
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Keira Knightley, 38; Kenny Chesney, 55; Martin Short, 73; Steven Tyler, 75. Happy Birthday: The pendulum swings, and it’s your turn to play. Choose your tools wisely, and make kindness, consideration and honesty your preferences. Work diligently toward your goal, but don’t present or display your progress prematurely. If you […]