Girlfriends revelation shocks family in Dear Abby column
A reader describes a pregnancy by another man after a fiancé's heartbreak and asks about returning family gifts. Abby advises negotiation over items and long term relationship impact while urging calm and practical steps. In a second letter a survivor of childhood rape seeks guidance on trust and relationships and is urged to seek therapy and support services.
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Idaho
Abby
Florida
County Department of Mental Health
Stand Up For Posture: From Photos To Show Choir Tips
A humorous survey of posture advice cites a photo from a wedding and a show choir as unlikely teachers. It argues good posture boosts height perception, reduces fatigue, and enhances presence. The piece notes myths about posture and hints at simple cues like head up and knee and hip alignment.
Walk to End Alzheimer's fundraiser set for Oct 1 in Athens
Athens area residents can join the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's on Oct 1 starting at Eclipse Store near The Plains. Registration begins at 1 PM, the walk at 2 15 PM covers 2.5 miles, with music, free chair massages and refreshments. Parking at Athens High School offers shuttle service or bike path access to Eclipse. Visit alt.org/walk to sign up as team captain, join a team, or register as an individual.
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Athens Area
Alzheimer’s Association
Eclipse Store
the Plains
Athens High School
Lindley Inn
Eclipse
Alt.org
Serenity Grove hosts open house for Athens recovery center
Serenity Grove at 6263 Route 56 Athens invites the community to an open house this Saturday Sept 30 with a staggered arrival schedule for the general public service groups officials the recovery community and volunteers. Board members will answer questions and refreshments will be served.
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Serenity Grove
Route 56
Athens
Ask Mr Dad Why Won't You Grow Up
A discussion on why today’s teens show less interest in independence. A San Diego State University study cited by Jean Twenge and Bryn Mawr College finds teens and young adults rely longer on parents, earn less, date less, and drink less than previous generations. Reasons suggested include smartphones, social media, and parenting trends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Dad
San Diego State University
Jean Twenge
Bryn Mawr College
Final Friday Sock Hop at Stuart's Opera House Sept 29
A free Final Friday Sock Hop runs Sept 29 from 6 to 1 a.m. in Stuart's Opera House lobby Nelsonville Public Square with WEAK Radio's Chucko and DJ Barticus. Cash bar, costumes welcome, SOs dress encouraged. Events page for steampunk spectacle and turkey vulture talk also noted.
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Stuart
Opera House
Nelsonville
Public Square
Weak Radio
Chucko
Barticus
Athens Public Library
Home Street
Myacplorg
Steampunk
Ohio Department of Natural Resources
E. State St
Athens
Katie Fallon
Athens Area
Living with Children and the case for therapy
A parent asks if a 4 year old should see a counselor for fears. The response cautions against routine child therapy, noting limited evidence of efficacy and potential harm, then advises practical, decisive parenting: confront fears with consistent, non explorative guidance and allow crying as needed.
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Dear Abby
Abigail van Buren
BY Lori Borgman
Siaiaiir
Vetos
Atom
Serenity Grove Recovery House
Pcoming
John Rosemond
Ervice
Scott Antique Markets
Washington Court House, OH
Favyette County Fairgrounds
SPM
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