Absent Officiant Dilemma Sparks Family Debate
A Montana reader asks if an officiant is needed for a baby dedication and how parents should handle family expectations about religious rites. Dear Abby advises respecting the parents choices, warns against behind the back pressure, and stresses consideration for differing beliefs.
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Beetle Bailey and Wizard of Id clash in slim tale
Comic strip mash up features Beetle Bailey and Wizard of Id in a quirky scene where a promise to shovel and salt the walkway is implied but not delivered, leaving a humorous misstep.
Dust and home air: duct leaks and negative pressure
Readers ask why dust increases when the furnace runs. Experts note leaks around ducts and gaps around switches or fixtures, plus negative pressure draws dust in. have a gas furnace inspected yearly and consider pressure testing. energy audits are often free.
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Today’s Crossword Puzzle Clues and Answers
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Puzzle Clues Prompt a Wide Range of Short Answers
A list of crossword style clues with numbers and brief prompts covers topics from geography to literature. Entries include references to German industrial region and PBS funder, along with terms like heavyweights and worn to a frazzle.
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