Dear Abby advice column questions on illness love and office habits
A reader asks about ending a 15 year relationship after learning of a terminal illness and whether to tell her partner. Another letter describes a coworker habit of unzip and embarassment in the washroom and how to handle it. A teenager complains about parental kissing before dates and Abby urges gratitude for affectionate parents.
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Beekeeping advice on sewing thread twists
Dear Heloise explains that polyester thread tangles during hand sewing. A counter clockwise quarter turn of the needle while pulling the thread helps prevent snarls. Reader Great adds another tip and suggests buying a small item to aid sewing.
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Bee waxed thread for hand sewing and odorless care
Reader tips. Heloi:e praises beeswax to strengthen thread and prevent fraying. Sarah warns against colored vinegar when pressing seams. Nan Crissey recommends a rubber thumb guard for safe vegetable cutting.
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