Naming a Child Creates a Battle Over Names
A couple debates boy and girl names for their forthcoming child, trading options from Sean to Becky Eliza and Alex, while relatives and colleagues push in with quirks. They weigh family connections, famous names, and even a Korean adoptee moniker Excellent Dragon, all amid two months to decide.
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Sean
Heidi
Sean Penn
Becky
Eliza
Alex
David
Harvey
Gary
Charles
Henry
Dragon
Pastor hides girlfriend from his congregation
Dear Abby column recounts a secret two year affair between a Baptist minister and a married woman with children. The woman urges transparency. Abby says hiding is dishonest and the minister should leave the church if the congregation won’t accept honesty. Also notes on how married men and women gain weight and an Abby teen booklet offer.
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Abby
Lonely
AIDS victim loses everything in life’s cruel backlash
A letter column recounts a man diagnosed with AIDS facing rejection by family and friends, losing love, support, and facing final expenses, while philanthropist Percy Ross responds with guidance and funds to honor dignified final arrangements. Also included is a humorous note about a neighbor’s dog waste problem and a lighthearted pledge to help.
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Minneapolis
Percy Ross
How to be the best friend ever
Reflection on a lifelong friendship that endures through weight, hair, pregnancies, miscarriages, distance, loss, and every small and large moment. The narrator recalls a best friend who listened, never judged, and shared sorrow, staying present through decades of life’s ups and downs. In a recent heartbreak the friend’s deep compassion stands out.
Unity of humankind through faiths in Elyria church event
A column urging interfaith unity notes St Marys and St Andrews in Elyria host combined Christian services and a post service reception. It highlights commonalities across Christianity Judaism Buddhism Hinduism and Islam, cites figures like Thomas Merton and Michael Lichtessen, and calls readers to share information about Michaels life and beliefs.
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Elyria
St. Mary's Church
St. Andrews
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