CROSSWORD By Eugene Sheffer Across and Down
A themed Sheffer crossword with clues spanning from sports, events, and names to general knowledge. It lists across and down entries such as Gomer Pyle, Keanu Matrix, and various punny hints, reflecting a vintage newspaper puzzle page with time markers and solution time.
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Gomer
Shea Brickwork Squad
Beyond Beatty
Keanu
Husband’s duets imply hidden needs and estrangement
The reader asks if her husband’s frequent duets with a female singer signal sexual needs. Annie suggests not a substitute but emotional satisfaction, urges counseling to rebuild connection, and invites joint effort to heal marriage. A second letter praises a tough parental move that spurred growth, urging parents to set boundaries and support independence.
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Annie
Solo
Labeling wall warts and reuse of takeout packets
Dear Heloise readers discuss organizing wall warts with labels to match devices and dates. A caller notes the difficulty of matching power adapters and suggests labeling each wall wart upon receipt to avoid damage or confusion. A second reader recommends freezing small takeout packets as reusable ice packs and extends the idea to larger salad dressing packets.
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Heloise
Julie Trevean
Keansburg
N.J
Wall Warts and Laundry Tips from Heloise
Dear Heloise shares a quick fix for heavy plastic bag handling by sliding a 4 inch piece of old garden hose over bag handles to create a reusable non slip grip. She also notes a method to spot wash during laundry by tying a knot free jet before loading to identify stained items and treat them with prewash.
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Heloise
David Merriman
Billings
Mont
Indiana
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