Dear Abby letters on privacy and wedding etiquette
A reader asks if adults should share travel plans and return times with housemates. Dear Abby suggests courtesy can help prevent misreads of intruder fears, while noting adults may set their own boundaries. The column covers allergies and the origin of the God bless you reply, wedding etiquette, and advice on controlling behavior in relationships.
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Should you replace a box spring with a new mattress
Dear Heloise answers whether a box spring must be replaced when buying a new mattress. She notes many sets include both parts but a good box spring can stay if still sturdy, compatible with the mattress, and free of wear. Consider age, soundness, and warranty before deciding.
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Bedding foundations and clever upcycling tips from readers
Readers discuss replacing both mattress and box spring for proper support and comfort. They cite the Better Sleep Council and note the box spring foundation matters, especially if very old. Other tips include repurposing yoga mats as liners and mats, plus a reader sharing cord-wrapping tricks for upright vacuums.
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Better Sleep Council
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Today's Crossword Puzzle Clues
Readable crossword hints list several entry prompts including tavern brews barely boil Toshiba rival Monsieur's wines and like a fox or a hunk four words followed by chipmunk snack MIT degrees and Radius neighbors.
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