Frank talk needed over friend’s colostomy bag display
A reader asks if a friend with cervical cancer and a colostomy bag is inappropriate for public display. Abby says decorum requires keeping such waste-related issues away from dining areas and suggests a frank talk to set boundaries.
Dear Abby and Letters on Acceptance and Boundaries
A reader from Illinois praises parenting a gay daughter while urging acceptance and authenticity. A second letter from Iowa asks how to handle a friend pressuring for a sexual relationship and advises clear, direct boundaries.
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Embrace Change and Take the Lead in Your Day
The column urges practical change and quick action to use opportunities. Focus on home adjustments, improved relationships, and avoiding conflict. Trust intuition to counter threats to reputation, break bad habits, and lead with collaborative help for forward motion. Travel and communication are favored this period.
Jumbles Riddle Prompt Mentions Elephant Puzzle
Yesterday's Jumbles answer hints at tomorrow's solution with a multiacting theme. The teaser connects elephant teamwork to a playful wordplay moment.
NEA Crossword Puzzle Across Clues Mixed With Abbreviations
Crossword puzzle with clues spanning Mr Linden, horse anatomy, Chicago downtown, and various wordplay hints. Includes numerous cryptic style entries and abbreviations such as 111 to Caes, 52 Channels 2 13, and Moo goo pan, reflecting a playful, mixed clue grid.
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