Dear Abby: addressing roles at meals sparks pet peeve
Lorraine of Fort Collins says waiters greet only her husband and thank him, making her feel invisible. The Dear Abby response says such outdated etiquette reflects old gender norms, advises speaking to the manager and taking business elsewhere, and invites further letters.
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Abby
Lorraine
Fort Collins
Cole
Modest Exercise Delivers Big Health Dividends
Reader questions on short daily activity show half hour of walking about two miles lowers heart attack risk, aids weight and blood sugar, lowers cholesterol, and prevents osteoporosis. Even slower walks still help and apply to those with heart disease. recommends no sweat routine and The No Sweat Exercise Plan by Harvey Simon.
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Community Calendar submission details
Community Calendar accepts events via email at calendar gazette communications dot com or by mail to The Gazette Cedar Rapids Iowa. Include date time location and event title for listing consideration.
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Cedar Rapids
Easter events fill weekend across Iowa venues
Hiawatha Public Library closes for carpeting. Amana Heritage Museum hosts Easter Egg Hunt at 9 a.m. for kids 12 and under with Easter nest prizes and Bunny appearances. Marion Christian Church, First Presbyterian Marion, Hope United Methodist Iowa City, and Roosevelt Cedar Rapids host egg hunts and activities. Noresh events include Noelridge Greenhouse show, Peck’s Free Egg Hunt, and Czech Village festival. Various times, locations, and contact numbers provided.
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Amana
Juno.com
Amanaheritage.org
Marion Christian Church
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McGowan Blvd
Marion
Marionchristian
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Sparkles the Clown
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E. Court St
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Roosevelt Middle School
Cedar Rapids
Noelridge Greenhouse
Noelridge Park
Collins Road
Council Street
Peck
Blairs Ferry Rd
St. Joseph's Day
National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library
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Joe
Friends drift apart as two couples grow closer
A reader feels like a fifth wheel as Couple No 1 bonds with Couple No 2 through shared cruises vacations and hobbies. The advice argues for kindness and respect while noting life stages shift friendships and suggests group activities or finding new friends, with practical acceptance.
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Amy
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