Dear Abby responds to birth mother letter on adoption ties
Readers share personal journeys in adoption from both birth and adoptive sides. Brenda in Florida and The Real Mom in Miami describe lasting love, hope for possible reunion, and cautions about risk of disappointment while stressing the value of understanding life histories. Newspeers reflect on family bonds and medical history benefits.
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Abby
Wendy
Delaware
Thankful
Brenda
Florida
Miami
Customer disputes unauthorized online service charge
A reader explains she was charged for an online service without realizing it and reports contacting her credit card company to dispute the charge. She mailed back an authorization denial form after being sent it by the issuer, and about ten days later she received further correspondence.
Crossword puzzle clues and reader tips edition
Clues across and down for a themed crossword are listed with many entries and hints. The section includes reader notes on refunds and online signups, plus tips for stamping envelopes and gifting heirlooms to family.
No-mess Hint for Pencil Holder Organizing
A reader from New Jersey suggests placing a tinfoil baking cup in the bottom of a pencil holder to catch spills and make changes easy. The tip helps keep pens organized and clean.
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A. Alfano
New Jersey
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