Dear Annie readers debate lifelong marriage and sex
A flood of letters from readers across the country weighs in on a 37 year marriage where one partner no longer desires sex. Voices from Avon Indiana to Oregon argue about obligation versus consent, aging, and the meaning of partnership, with varied views on duty, love, and fidelity.
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Annie
Avon
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Boston
West Virginia
Louisiana
Chicago
East Coast
New Hampshire
Florida
New York
California
Oregon
Rethinking shin splints and leg pain in youths
Dear Dr. Donohue explains shin splints as a term for varied shin pain from overuse. He distinguishes stress fractures and medial tibial stress syndrome, both treated by rest with four to six weeks for healing, and notes Tylenol for pain. He mentions talon noir as a probable heel condition and urges medical follow up if pain persists.
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DR. Donohue
Hazardous foods for dogs and pet care tips
Veterinarians warn that grapes and raisins can be lethal to dogs, causing vomiting diarrhea and potential kidney failure if untreated within 24 hours. Onions garlic and xylitol pose serious risks, while shelter volunteers need items like towels blankets newspapers and donations. Birds should avoid aerosols near cages and nesting cotton should not be used for nest fillers.
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Heloise
Ginny
Texas
Louisiana
Cat and turtle pose in Trinity standoff photo
Mary Ann Thomas of Trinity Alabama shares a photo show ing her cat Indiana facing off with her grandson s turtle Maw in a playful standoff. Mary Ann recalls turtle sitting last summer and notes their wary interaction.
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Mary Ann Thomas
Trinity
Ala
Indiana
Mary Ann
Algae control tips with aquarium relocation and lighting
Dear Heloise explains algae reduced after moving the aquarium to better light conditions and lowering top light use. A local pet store warned top lighting can drive algae growth, while many rabbit owners are advised to spay or neuter rabbits with a vet who treats exotics to prevent unwanted litters.
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Heloise
Jean
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