Old anger behind request for name change in Dear Abby letter
A reader argues a teen’s wish to keep or change her last name amid divorce issues reflects parental motives, urging counseling over court actions. The writer praises Abby’s handling but notes the need to affirm the daughter’s right to her name and privacy rights, including potential wallet copy tips.
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Shelley Brenneman Carter
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New York
Hidden Puzzle Clue List Sparks Wordplay Challenge
A jumble of crossword like clues and partial phrases tests puzzle solving skills across topics from sports and biology to languages. The mixed entries hint at a large meta solution with names and terms such as Kenobi Go up and down and emulation of athletes.
Horoscope roundup for December 19 1998 capricorn focus
A reader born around December 19 receives advice on building security and money matters this year. The zodiac spread highlights Aries through Pisces with holiday themes and guidance on restraint, socializing, and keeping long term goals in view.
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Capricorn
Apple and pear body shapes tied to health risks
Reader letters discuss body mass index accuracy for heavily muscled people and outline BMI calculations in pounds and kilograms. The note contrasts apple shaped bodies with pear shapes, noting apples link to higher heart disease risk while pears concentrate weight in the hips and carry lower risk.
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Cryptoquip Puzzle Hint and Cipher Guidance
A substitution cipher puzzle description explains that one letter stands for another. It notes that single letters and short words with apostrophes hint vowels. The solution relies on trial and error and consistent letter mapping. The message ends with repeated vowels indicating common vowels.
Bridge bidding quiz drills for common 1D openings
A bridge problem set asks how to respond as South under various vulnerable or not conditions. It includes samples with one club response and later bids, then a plug for subscribing to the Goren Bridge Letter with contact details for subscription and letters.
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