Dear Abby Advice Columns on Family, Seating, and Safe Driving
A reader asks whether to cut ties with a hesitant father for their child and how to handle aging family conflict. Abby advises token support is needed for child welfare, and keeping contact may help the child later, but don’t expect the other parent to change. Also addressed is a seating plan dispute at Thanksgiving and the safety message urging designated drivers on New Year’s Eve with AAA resources.
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Today's Crossword Puzzle Across and Down Clues
A puzzle with many across and down clues ranging from Happen again to Vocalist Sumac. Entries include topics like Sch drillers poet Pound and items such as Fly catchers and Corsica neighbor across a broad grid.
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Dear Readers Sound Off on Turn Signals and Household Hints
A reader column discusses turn signal visibility and safety, arguing for brighter signals and design changes. The page also shares practical home tips from Heloise on removing rug creases with washing, drying and vinegar, plus a note about a vinegar pamphlet offer from San Antonio.
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Clip on book lights offer cheap reading illumination
Elaine J. of Humble Texas says clip on book lights under ten dollars provide bright portable lighting. They attach to purses or other items non intrusively and help readers, with practical use even in dark entrances or locks.
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