Dear Amy Advice Columns On Gifts And Criticism
A reader asks about buying affection with gifts for a niece and whether a large spend is appropriate. Amy counsels against spending to buy love, suggests one thoughtful gift and later contact to show real involvement. The second letter concerns handling patronizing criticism at work and managing perfectionist bosses with practical tips. A third asks if a belated thank you card is acceptable, and Amy confirms gratitude is never late, especially around year end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jingle
Amy
Charlie
Franklin Square
Feeding birds becomes a winter joy not a duty
Lorain County naturalist Gary Gerrone explains feeding birds in cold weather is for enjoyment, not survival help. He notes birds have thrived long before feeders and will adapt if fed, while offering tips on feeder types, placement, cleaning, and seed choices to attract songbirds and deter hawks and squirrels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gary Gerrone
Lorain County
Gerrone
Carlisle
LaGrange
Metro Parks
Dear Abby column on self worth and relationship choices
A twelve year old asks how boys can see her beyond her bust and Abby advises dressing to minimize physical cues while highlighting intelligence and personality. A server worries after tipping mix up and Abby says return the money and avoid the tipper. A woman questions a long term affair with Curtis and Abby urges ending the relationship, noting the other woman’s risk of a default partner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Darlene
Abby
Curtis
Fund Raisers Roundup at area churches and clubs
Ongoing fund raisers include Claxton Fruit Cakes at First Congregational Elyria three fifty per pound seven dollars for two pounds with delivery within the city call 322 5616 or 323 5454. Nut rolls at St George Serbian Lorain eight dollars for nut rolls nine dollars for poppy sand. Fish Fry every Friday 11am to 8pm at St Lad's Lorain call 277 1583. Winter Fest 2063 at Original Glorious Apostolic Church Elyria five to nine pm Friday booths at twenty five dollars. Christmas Party Knights of Columbus Avon couples thirty singles fifteen call Blaine 934 5980 Helen 937 6822. Viennese Winter Ball January 23 DeLuca's Place in the Park Lorain tickets adults thirty five seniors thirty dollars children under twelve twenty, ball benefits Elyria High School Orchestra. dance lessons seven to 8:30 pm Mondays at Spring Valley School Elyria call Randi 213 5703. Cookbooks Aprons Pot Holders Magnets Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital fundraiser 200 recipes cookbook fifteen dollars aprons ten potholders one magnet fifty cents call 216 844 8728. Shirt Sale Elyria Schools & Friends Alumni Association proceeds fund scholarships call Ed 322 3256 Sally 366 6187. Holiday Cards American Cancer Society Elyria call 1 868 227 6446. Dishcloth Sale First Congregational Elyria colors one dollar each call 322 16. Fund Raisers column runs Mondays in Accent. send details seven days prior to publication with contact number to Chronicle Telegram.
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First Congregational Church
2Nd St
Elyria
The
Heights Circle
St. George Serbian Orthodox Church
East 33Rd St
Lorain
Manyae
Sam
St Georgarea
St Lad’s Club
Clinton Ave
Glorious Apostolic Church
Foster Ave
Etyrial
Knights of Columbus
Moore Rd
Avon
Isabella Guild
Blaine
Helen
DeLuca’s
Middle Ridge Rd
Spring Valley School
Elyria High School
Randi
Circle of Friends
Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital
Associates of Rainbows
Elyria Schools & Friends Alumni Assoc
Sally
American Cancer Society
North Ridge Ra
Heights
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Tennessee
Jeanne Phillips
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