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Opinion

Beware of unhealthy behaviors in relationships

Columns

With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching it is important to discuss what healthy and unhealthy relationships look like. Oftentimes, things that may initially be seen as “cute” or “romantic” can lead to unhealthy behaviors in relationships. Something that might start out as innocent ...

Keeping my brain fit

Columns

I like Terry Helget. He’s a friend. But sometimes I hate Terry. Terry didn’t mean us any harm. Knowing we were lifelong baseball fans, he introduced a group of us to Immaculate Grid. That is an online, daily game. It’s not for the casual fan. It’s for the fan who devotes each summer ...

Save your pennies with bargains

Columns

Dear Heloise: All I hear from my friends is how expensive things have gotten. Yes, but there are bargains and people who freelance their work. You can ask who your friends use for repairs, plumbing, electrical work, house cleaning, yard work and so on. If people you know trust and like them, ...

Unsettled by friend’s mid-divorce behavior

Columns

Dear Annie: For three years, my husband and I got really close with another couple. But in the last year, our friend’s marriage hit a rough patch. She’s been acting different -- bragging, being arrogant and talking a lot about meeting other guys. Now she’s going through a divorce, and ...

Good old days have to end

Letters

To the editor: In response: Ready for change? (Feb. 6) Thank you for, again, another passionate opinion. I find it interesting that you expect all cultures to conform to "naturally assimilate into the culture of that area" because "'we are' ready for that kind of change." The only change ...

What to bring to a grieving family

Columns

Dear Heloise: It is customary, particularly in small communities, to take food to a family who recently had a loved one pass away. I have another suggestion to add onto this: Also take paper goods, such as toilet paper, paper plates and cups, as well as disposable silverware. This will make ...