Dear Abby Advice on meeting in-laws and handling conflicts
A woman in Iowa asks how to approach her Turkish husband about money, family plans, and meeting his relatives. She notes he avoids tough topics, retreats after arguments, and recently threw a phone during a dispute, while otherwise being a supportive partner.
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Turkey
Iowa
Dennis the Menace and a Troubled Marriage
The reader describes a spouse who avoids discussion about family and money and reacts with anger. The writer suggests consulting his sister for better insights and recommends counseling to improve communication and address deepening concerns about the relationship.
Dinner dispute over a friend’s expensive lunch in Texas
A retired reader laments a luncheon where a wealthy friend ordered the priciest items, leaving the reviewer with a modest meal and leftovers. The writer questions manners and suspects wasteful spending while noting a sour aftertaste and a large bill.
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Texas
Dear Abby Advice: Wealth and etiquette clash in a favor
A reader recounts being taken advantage of by a wealthy acquaintance and learns that money does not guarantee class. The suggestion is to repay with a thoughtful card and to request separate checks when dining. Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren.
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Jeanne Phillips
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Los Angeles
Capricorn Forecast Urges Cautious Action and Self Focus
The astrology note advises research before commitments and keeping opinions private. It emphasizes poise patience and planning while reviewing goals and pursuing organized change. It warns against sharing personal plans and urges balancing responsibilities with personal time and romance.
When the Chiropractor Returns From Vacation
A punny puzzle result suggests the chiropractor returns to work with the phrase BACK TO BUSINESS after a vacation. The clue reads BOSSY BEGAN STRICT UPKEEP and the answer links to a professional returning to duties.
NEA Crossword Puzzle 1 General Bradley 5 Golf tee 3 Taxi 11 Dry water course 12 Common creeper 13 Frog jump 15 NPR fan 17 Ovid's bear 18Zig's opposite 19 Planet courses 21 Makes lil a mule 24 That in Acapulc 25 Want ad abbr. 26 Carpet 27 Tosses ¢ 30 Auction site 32 Baja gold 33 Was in the loop 37 Existed 38 Edge 39 Wee bit 40 Not awake 43 Playgroun game 44 Farm female 47 Balloon filler 48 Ms. Wither spoon 50 Dolly of country music 52 Path to satori 53 Exploiter 54 Slipping by 59 Gambler's cubes 60 Dad's lad 61 Till 62 Wild blue yonder 63 Observe secretly 64 She loved Narcissus
Crossword puzzle clues for across and down entries listed in order, covering general knowledge hints and wordplay. Answers include common terms for furniture, actions, and everyday objects, with references to people and places as clued. The puzzle follows a standard grid with multiple cross referenced entries.
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Acapulc
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