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This was a mistake — no shaved Sherlock

Dear Heloise: We recently took our dog, Sherlock, to a groomer because he needed to be shaved. The


Girlfriend worries about boyfriend’s baby son

Dear Annie: My boyfriend’s ex-wife called and said their 19-month-old son had bitten another child


Can this sticky situation be solved?

Dear Heloise: My husband helped me out with the laundry, only he left gum in his pocket, and now I


He may be spreading more than love around

Dear Annie: I am 60 years old and have been divorced for a year. A month ago, I started a


These helpful hints will save you time, too

Dear Heloise: I have several hints that I want to share. They are great time savers, too! • I find


This recipe for salmon balls bears repeating

Dear Heloise: You had a recipe for salmon balls in The Dallas Morning News some time ago. Is it


Computer reveals flaw in character

Dear Annie: My 34-year-old nephew took his computer to a shop to be fixed. On the hard drive, the


Thoughtless in-laws overstay their welcome

Dear Annie: : My husband, “Mike,” and I have been married two years. Shortly after we married, his


On Veterans Day, let’s think about Old Glory

Dear Readers: It’s Veterans Day, so it is a good time to think about all things patriotic. When I


She hopes motherly instincts kick in

Dear Annie: My daughter, “Alicia,” is married and pregnant. The problem is, her husband is very


Got the wrong makeup? Return it for a credit at most stores

Dear Readers: Did you know that you can return makeup for credit at most stores? That bronze-, red-,


Maxine’s behavior makes co-worker uneasy

Dear Annie: I work for a wonderful company as an “administrative assistant extraordinaire.” I love


30 years of ‘bad karma’ hurts, but family is overwhelmed

Dear Annie: I have been living with bad karma for the past 30 years. So much goes wrong for me,


Remember animals in these tough times

Dear Heloise: Thank you so much for your recent mention of how the sour economy is affecting


She doesn’t miss ‘toxic’ mother

Dear Annie: Three years ago, my husband of 20 years fell in love with another woman. Nothing