Society Columnists

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ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Niece’s prejudice is hurting the family

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: A few years ago, my husband and I moved across the


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: ‘Justine’ needs to control their son

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My husband and I have three children and several


HELOISE: Let pet sitter authorize treatment

Dear Heloise: Regarding the column about pet sitters: One important item is the “permission to


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Widow wonders where the help is

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My husband died suddenly at the age of 46. For the


HELOISE: Packing? Cruise along with tips

Dear Readers: A cruise can be a fun way for the family to visit many different places. Here are some


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Is book issue a sign of dementia?

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: Last August, one of my favorite authors published a


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Pregnancy has given her a backbone

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I have been divorced from “Bill” for more than a


HELOISE: How to clean or restore pewter

Dear Heloise: Can you please tell me how to clean/restore pewter? I have a nut tray that I would


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Gay son’s lifestyle baffles parents

Dear Annie: Our son, “Colin,” is 19 years old and a sophomore in college. He was always helpful and


HELOISE: Baking chocolate has a substitute

Dear Readers: Did you know that you can substitute cocoa and one other ingredient for baking


HELOISE: Research before buying textbooks

Dear Heloise: I am a college student and know that buying textbooks can be very expensive. Just last


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Is there any hope for this romance?

Dear Annie: I come from an extremely dysfunctional family. I am 50 years old and have been estranged


HELOISE: Combs can help clean brushes

Dear Heloise: Do you or your readers know of a good way to clean brushes and combs? The hair seems


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: ‘Steve’s’ behavior leaves her drained

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I believe my husband of 19 years is suffering from


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Honor vets with visits and valentines

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: Over the years, your readers have opened their