Wife is angry husband spends time away

Dear Abby: I have been married to my wife for a year and a half, and we have an infant child. I work while my wife stays home. My problem is she doesn't like me playing sports and hanging out with friends.

Dear Abby

Stars honor troops

Dear Heloise: Information about retiring flags via cremation by funeral homes recently was published in one of your columns. I am writing to tell you about Stars for Our Troops. Flags are sent to Stars for Our Troops from all over the country.
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The bidding may help both sides

Arne Glimcher, an art dealer, film producer and director, said, "When Robert Benton was doing the movie 'Still of the Night,' I'd choreographed the auction scene and supplied the paintings and had a bit part - I was bidding against Meryl Streep.
By Phillip Adler

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) - Don't give away too much of your time or money to a demanding organization. Additional personal responsibilities may be inevitable. Maintain your priorities. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan.
By Bernice Bede Osol

Dear Abby: Woman hurt by antisocial husband

Dear Abby: I married "Larry" five years ago, and he is good to me. I have two beautiful grandchildren who are my daughter's. If I don't see them once a week I miss them. They are 2½ and 16 months old.
By Abigail Van Buren

Heloise: Aquariums can be dangerous for kids

Dear Heloise: Never let small children near an aquarium without nearby adult supervision! Unfortunately, my small niece ran excitedly to my aquarium, grabbed the top edge and pulled it over onto herself.
By Heloise

Dear Abby: Wife struggles with man's gender switch

Dear Abby: A couple of years ago, my husband informed me that he likes to dress in women's clothing. Since then, he has read books, is seeing a counselor, and the reality is, he is transgender. He now wears his hair long and has long fingernails.

Heloise: Bake coconut before removing its meat

Dear Heloise: I enjoyed meeting you at an event in Houston. I love fresh coconut, but after I drain the coconut and crack the shell, it takes major surgery to get the meat out. There has got to be an easier way to do it.
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Dear Abby: Mother-in-law upset by spoiled surprise


Heloise: Reuse Christmas wrapping paper

Dear Heloise: Last year, as I carried trash to the curb for pickup after Christmas Day, I realized I had two large garbage bags stuffed with only our discarded christmas wrapping paper. Do you have hints for reusing used wrapping paper? - Steve T.
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Dear Abby: Widower dreads Christmastime

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Heloise: Don't dip chewing tobacco at table

Dear Readers: Here is this week's Sound Off, about using chewingtobacco in public: "I read your column about spitting in public being disgusting.
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Heloise: Reduce allergy triggers at home

Dear readers: If you or someone you know suffers from allergies, here are a few hints on...
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Dear Abby: Girl's doubts put her at odds with parents

By Abigail Van Buren

Dear Abby: Grandson's behavior needs evaluation

Dear Abby: Our 7-year-old grandson has been a handful since he was able to walk. He has been sneaky and has told lies for as long as any of us can remember. He has been suspended from school more than 10 times for various things.
By Abigail Van Buren

Heloise: Decorate for the holidays

Dear Heloise: Here are a few of my favorite tips for holiday decorating.
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Dear Abby: Teen is determined to marry

By Abigail Van Buren

Heloise: Clean buildup off waffle iron

Dear Heloise: How do I clean my waffle iron? - Cindy C., Arlington, Va. The first thing to do is read the manual or visit the manufacturer's website.
By Heloise

Dear Abby: Common sense keeps bicyclists safe

Dear Abby: As the education director of East Bay Bicycle Coalition, I work hard to encourage safe and courteous cycling for everyday transportation in Northern California.
By Abigail Van Buren

Heloise: Use up leftover candy canes

Dear Heloise: Here is a hint for leftover candy canes. Last year, I bought a box of 60 candy canes and had plenty left over. Instead of putting them out plain, I dipped the straight end in melted chocolate and let them cool off.
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