Dear Abby column on holiday hosting and grandparent rules
Mary Ann in Kentucky shares hosting woes and switches to disposable tableware to avoid dishwashing. Abby notes rising use of paper and plastic, then advises relaxing hosting rules and paging guests to help cleanup. A reader from San Diego praises consistent grandparent rules to protect household standards.
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Abby
Mass
Mary Ann
Lancaster
P.S
Over-the-counter asthma meds and DES side effects
Readers ask about risks of OTC asthma pills and spray containing ephedrine or epinephrine, with cautions on dosage and allergies. Other letters discuss fatigue in the elderly, possible anemia or heart disease, and DES side effects in prostate cancer patients. Fatigue in seniors often has nonmedical causes. a checkup is advised. DES can cause several side effects but may be tolerated. discuss risks and rationale with a doctor.
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DR. Gott
Reader
Gott
Des
Retirement Time-Wasting Formula Shared By Bent 8. Collins
A retired man describes a tongue in cheek “Formula for Time-Wasting in Retirement” detailing how he misuses days by shifting duties, doubling chores, and expanding routines. He notes adopting a diary, canceling a post office box, and reclaiming quiet library time while engaging with community activities.
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Senior Citizens Center
Teens weigh in on eating, dating and age rules
Letters discuss family pressure to gain weight and eating habits, a 16 year old who defends her slim figure, a teen who argues for dating a 29 year old citing experienced pleasures, and a counselor's stance that teens should date within their age group until graduation, with practical youth-life tips.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Wallace
Karen
Mount Vernon
Ohio
Mom
Julie
Pekin
Cartoon bodywear for kids promotes Looney Tunes line
Licensing Co of America promotes cartoon character bodywear for children ages 2 to 14. Buzzing items feature Bugs Bunny Daffy Duck Tweety Sylvester and the Road Runner on tights leotards sleepwear swimwear and activewear with name brands including Mickey Mouse and Quick Brown Fox.
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Associated Press
New York
Licensing Co. of America
Warner Communications
Bugs Bunny
Daffy Duck
Tweety
Sylvester
the Road Runner
Mickey Mouse
Quick Brown Fox
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