More Than Check Needed From Dad
A Dear Abby reader urges fathers to thank mothers who raise children. The writer argues a parent’s appreciation should acknowledge daily caregiving, medical care, finances, discipline, and emotional support, not just child support payments.
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Barbara McWilliams Somervill
Dear Abby on child support and gratitude in life
Dear Abby replies that steady child support fulfills legal duties and offers perspective on parental gifts. A reader from Michigan shares heartbreak after her daughter’s suicide two days after reading Edgar Guest’s poem, finding providence and solace at the funeral.
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Barbara
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Michigan
Horoscope Birthday Year Sparks Change and Travel
Horoscope predicts a new job or assignment, school may aid career advancement, and joint finances require care. Early 1996 offers an unusual opportunity with travel hinting a busy summer and romance possibly reaching marriage by fall with Aries through Pisces hints for each sign.
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