Teen friendships and boundaries in a high school advisory
A reader asks how to handle a controlling best friend who isolates and pressures for physical affection. Amy advises setting clear boundaries, honest dialogue, and involving an adult if behavior worsens, while offering crisis resources for support.
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Smart budget wine buying tips for holiday hosts
The piece advises shopping at locally owned wine shops over grocery chains for better guidance and pricing. It highlights asking shop staff about palate, occasion, and menu, plus practical picks like mid range reds and Cremant de Bourgogne for parties. It notes potential supply issues and suggests domestic sparkling options such as Gruet Winery.
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