Comics & Advice

Widow is stung by beau's exclusion from weddings

Posted: May 19, 2013

DEAR ABBY:

I took care of my husband for 10 years before his death from early-onset Alzheimer's. I am in a relationship now, and I'm finding that a widow's status is far different than that of a wife.

Not long ago, I was invited to a friend's daughter's ...

Troubled niece and nephew causing problems within family

Posted: May 19, 2013

Carolyn:

I'm having trouble dealing with my violent niece and nephew, 5 and 7. I have two children of my own a little older. We are a tight family that (mostly, despite this big issue) enjoys hanging out together quite often. It's common for the 5-year-old to ...

Horoscope for May 19, 2013

Posted: May 19, 2013

The possibility of a nice financial surplus for you and those you love during the year ahead looks unusually good. Your gains will not come from investments alone.

Many forms of vasculitis can be treated successfully

Posted: May 18, 2013

DEAR DOCTOR K:

My father recently saw his doctor, complaining of fever, fatigue, joint pain and rashes. His doctor suspects vasculitis. What is vasculitis? How is it diagnosed and treated?

Woman not sure about playing matchmaker

Posted: May 18, 2013

Adapted from a recent online discussion.

Dear Carolyn:

One of my friends has asked me to set her up with a guy friend of mine. I happen to know the guy friend is not looking for the same things she is looking for and will ...

Comics for May 18

Posted: May 18, 2013

Click on the link to download today's comics: AnnArbor.0518.pdf

Horoscope for May 18, 2013

Posted: May 18, 2013

There's a strong possibility that in coming months you will become involved in an endeavor that requires secrecy. It could either bomb or turn out better than you anticipate.

Bridge column, May 18: A weak hand with a long minor

Posted: May 18, 2013

We have been looking at Stayman, but exactly how it operates is influenced by your other no-trump responses.

In today's deal, look at the South hand. Your partner opens one no-trump, showing 15-17 points. After East passes, what would you respond?

The first question is: Does ...

Mom dreads rivalry between daughter and her new sibling

Posted: May 18, 2013

DEAR ABBY:

I am the mother of a 5-year-old daughter I'll call Mandy. Her father and I separated when she was 16 months old and now we are divorced. I am newly engaged to a wonderful man and very happy.

I have just learned that my ex is ...

Sudoku for May 18, 2013

Posted: May 18, 2013

Here is the daily Sudoku puzzle for May 18: sud_3col130518.pdf

Crossword for May 18

Posted: May 18, 2013

Here is the daily Los Angeles Times crossword puzzle for May 18: 20130518pzdxl-a.pdf

Horoscope for May 17, 2013

Posted: May 17, 2013

Try to start setting aside a little seed money in the year ahead. There's a strong possibility you'll be offered a chance to join an exciting new business opportunity. Be sure it can deliver before you participate.

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