After a While and a New Mom Respondent Letter
A reader shares a cherished poem titled After a While by Veronica A. Sheffstall and seeks its author. Ann Landers prints the verse and offers guidance on politely answering strangers who mistake two closely spaced adopted children for twins. The exchange ends with a brief response: No, they aren’t twins, but they did come pretty close together.
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Rescued kittens speak out on cruelty and care
Readers of Dear Heloise hear from Black Beauty and Mighty Mouse, two kittens rescued from a county dumpster. They describe being abandoned at three weeks old, saved by two women who adopted them, and urge kindness to animals while sharing thanks to their saviors and a follow up note from Heloise.
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Heart condition often kills young athletes
Dr. Donohue explains hypertrophic cardiomyopathy a hereditary heart abnormality that can go undetected until sudden death during activity. Family should be screened for murmurs and symptoms like dizziness or chest pain. diagnosis via echocardiogram.
Crossword by Eugene Sheffer bo Miller specialty
Down clues list a classic Sheffer style puzzle with 28 minute solution time. Across clues include Veni vidi vici man and various wordplay prompts. The grid references familiar crossword conventions and notable names such as Claiborne and Louise hint at a themed puzzle with standard fill patterns.
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