Eye contact and questions spark lively talks with men
Dear Ann Landers advises eye contact and targeted questions to engage men. Suggested prompts include asking about influential people in his life, his views on politics, and his best vacation to spark meaningful conversation.
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Ann Landers Advice on Housework and Procrastination
A Charleston reader seeks help for marital tension over shared chores. Ann Landers suggests changing attitude rather than divorce, advises gradual fixes, and mocks procrastination while noting the couple’s 18 month marriage and the man’s habit of saying he will do it later.
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Ann Landers
Small car safety fears shape purchase choices
Readers discuss safety risks of two vehicle crashes and the higher fatality rate in single car accidents. Quotes cite belief smaller cars offer less protection, with owners noting gas mileage, defensive driving, and concerns about being hit by other vehicles. One buyer calls a Honda Civic a “death mobile” yet values fuel efficiency.
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Seinene
John A. Logan College
Pennsylvania
Small cars risk and safety at a glance in the U S
A 1960s Journal of American Insurance article notes that in 1960 about a million U S cars were subcompacts or smaller yet these cars are less safe per mile in crashes. It discusses ways to make small cars safer through visibility and driving practices.
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U.S
Journal of American
Grandparents Day Reflections from Erma Bombeck
The column recalls Erma Bombeck celebrating Grandparents Day as a reward for surviving parenthood and notes the mixed timing of grandparenting. It hints at memories of grandchildren, gifts, and simple acts like making cards, cookies, and sewing sweaters for loved ones.
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Erma Bombeck
Right Tie to Collar a Job Interview, Says NAA Expert
The National Association of America study finds neckwear affects first impressions at interviews. Gerald Andersen advises collar choice for different face shapes, recommending standard collars for round faces and button-down for square faces, with knot length adjusted for height.
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New York
N Association of America
Gerald
NAA
Andersen
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