Dear Abby readers face crossroads and aging in Ohio tale
A long married woman, now 49, seeks to leave her alcoholic husband with no money or transport after 30 years together. She must rebuild a single life, possibly via a job and public transit, while leaning on her daughters and Al Anon for support. The second letter from Challenged in New Hampshire asks how to cope with friends’ health complaints while facing serious illnesses herself.
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Reader questions and tips span readability for the elderly font size, gravy lump prevention with flour slurry, clothes reuse incentive, and car warranty advice. Contributors include David of Virginia and Janice Smith of Ohio, with comments from readers via email and a Waco paper reference.
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