Misdialing and Alzheimer's burdens shared in Dear Abby
A letter writer explains two wrong-number calls met with anger and asks for advice. Abby says misdials occur and suggests a brief apology and hanging up. The writer also shares caring for a mother with Alzheimer's, noting years of strain, guilt, and the move to assisted living. Abby advises seeking support, frames Alzheimer's as a marathon, and provides the 24/7 helpline 800 272 3900 and alt.org resources.
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Alzheimer's Association Tollfree
Alt.org
Jumble Print Your Answer: Saturday's Jumbles
Puzzle solution hints blur into a playful phrase about a good cast on TV. The cartoon word puzzle spotlights BLESS as a clue leading to an entertaining TV cast.
Carpet dents from furniture in need of restoration
Reader asks how to restore deep indentations in carpet created by moved furniture. Suggestions include warm water spray, hair dryer fluffing, ice cubes with ongoing fiber fluffing, and optional steam iron or clothes steamer while avoiding direct iron contact.
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Alice
Crossword answers and life hacks from a reader’s page
A reader provides a long list of crossword clues with across and down trivia and then shares two practical tips. One suggests distracting a restless toddler in a restaurant by walking outside after ordering, the other explains using self sticking plastic wrap to waterproof a plaster cast. A note from Dear Heloise shares a wrist fracture recovery trick and driving etiquette advice.
Creative uses for a plastic gum container
Readers share ideas for repurposing small gum containers. They suggest using the cup holder fit container as a tiny vase, an ice chest cooler, a car change holder, a water cup for small pets, and a pencil and pen cup. Readers are invited to send their own recycling tips.
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