Scheming daughter holds dad hostage Dear Abby column case
A letter from Arizona asks how to stop sister Lila from isolating their 93 year old father who receives 3000 a month and has 400000 in trust. The writer suggests siblings involve the father’s lawyer, consider guardianship or assisted living, and act now to prevent misuse of funds. A second note asks a girl to assert her name over a nickname used by a brother’s friends, with Abby advising direct request and speaking up.
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Media multitasking in kids rooms raises focus concerns
A Kaiser study shows nearly a third of 8 to 12 year olds multitask with media while doing homework, with 54 percent of bedrooms owning a TV or VCR and 31 percent a computer. The survey of 2000+ students notes rising home Internet access 74 percent and 20 percent with Web access from their own room, while parents weigh benefits against divided attention.
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Ask Amy readers seek guidance on boundaries and values
A series of letters to Ask Amy covers topics from stalking concerns and wilderness desires to bridal shower etiquette and a father’s view on a daughter's belly button piercing. The columnist offers boundaries, marital counseling, and age-appropriate questions, urging honest conversation and personal standards.
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