Father-in-law freeloads after 27 years of marriage
Dear Annie writes about a 73-year-old father-in-law who moved into the couple’s guesthouse rent-free after a divorce. Despite generous gifts and covering utilities, his lack of contribution strains the relationship, prompting the question of boundaries and expectations in the family setup.
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Family dining and hoarding woes prompt tough boundaries
Dear Annie advises a daughter to align with her husband on new limits with a disrespectful father who visits weekly and eats freely, suggesting door locks, freezing leftovers, and charging rent. For hoarding parents, heeding professional help and hoarding task forces, while gently reducing clutter, is recommended.
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My Big Fat Geek Wedding shines amid wedding TV reviews
A TV columnist reluctantly watches the Syfy one hour special My Big Fat Geek Wedding about Julian and Mandie a Final Fantasy couple planning a Game of Thrones themed wedding with wedding planner Kristin Banta. The piece also previews other nightly NBC ABC and FX shows with brief notes on plots and guests.
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Media mogul Rupert Murdoch turns 83
Rupert Murdoch, media magnate and founder of News Corp, celebrates his 83rd birthday. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia is 78, singer Bobby McFerrin 64, and actor David Anders 33, as noted in a roundup of notable birthday figures.
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March 11 dash of romance in bigar stars
Jacqueline Bigar notes a mind and heart schism for Tuesday with several potential suitors for singles and evolving discussions for couples. Aries faces misunderstandings but emotional links linger. Taurus draws many, Gemini cautions on finances, Cancer experiences mixed alignment, Leo fears outcomes and holds back feelings.
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Virgo to Pisces weekly forecast read for entertainment
Jacqueline Bigar's weekly zodiac column previews focus on the whole rather than individuals for Virgo. Libra faces continued pressure with late hours possible. Scorpio advised to overview and imagine for inspiration. Sagittarius optimistic about clearer communication with a friend for tonight's munchies. Capricorn energized by others' enthusiasm with a mutual goal. Aquarius can accomplish by distancing but shouldn't push. Pisces touched by many realms with a distant look and a warning to avoid conflict. overall note that the forecast is for entertainment only.
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Crossword Down Clue Retist Evcio Mtrie
Puzzle clue list reads across and down with random letter strings and a note about 2014 Tribune Content Agency and Hoyt Designs. It ends with an instruction to send comments to TMS-435 in Chicago and an email address.
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The item appears as a fragmented puzzle page with numbered clues and wordplay hints across multiple lines and sections. It includes references to names and phrases as part of a crossword style puzzle from a dated publication.
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Lambs scramble word game prompts humor in guards
The Jumbles puzzle by David L Hoyt and Jeff Knurek gives scrambled words DAZED EAGLE GROUND HIDDEN. The night watchman watching basketball on TV especially liked the guarding clue.
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West Rises to the Occasion in Bridge Hand
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