Dear Abby column offers cheerful coping tips on retirement nuisances
A reader asks how to handle a retired husband who starts projects but never finishes them. Abby reframes the issue, suggesting patience and practical help like hiring finishers or simply whistling along. The page also includes light letters about plastic surgery humor, begonias outdoors in Alaska, church collections, and reader questions.
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New Pesticides Law Aims For 1985 Reforms
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Regina Weight Control Program Struggles With Demand
Regina, Saskap AP report shows obesity demand overwhelms city weight control effort. Nutritionist Ruth Vawter says April applications would fill classes through November, but Health Department lacks staff and space to accept more overweight residents.
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Shamus Film Shoots in New York City Locations
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