Society Columnists
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HELOISE: Binder clips solve sheet problems
Dear Heloise: During a recent weeklong stay at a motel, we were troubled by bottom sheets that would
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Sparks are gone, so what’s he to do?
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I have been married to my high school sweetheart for
HELOISE: Hiding cords: What not to do
Dear Heloise: I am constantly peeved at appliance, lamp, vacuum-cleaner, etc., manufacturers because
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: ‘Brenda’ uses him as her back-up
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I was in a nine-year relationship with “Louisa.” We
HELOISE: Warm up to idea of a slow cooker
Dear Readers: With winter here, it’s a perfect time to use your slow cooker for some delicious
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: ‘Clark’s’ anger issues scare her
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I am disturbed by my husband’s behavior. We were
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Break-in left her tense, paranoid
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I’m 15. Two years ago, I arrived home from school to
HELOISE: Not all own, have access to computer
Dear Heloise: Something that I think needs attention: computers! I think they are great and provide
HELOISE: Put corks from wine bottles to use
Dear Readers: Through the years, my readers have come up with many creative and fun uses for wine-
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Parents drained by daughter, husband
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My wife and I are in our mid-60s. For most of our
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: ‘Sue’ is afraid they’ll get caught
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: Five years ago, I became friends with “Jim.” As our
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Teacher concerned by action problem
Dear Annie: This is for “Concerned Teacher,” whose 9-year-old pupil rubs herself against her seat
HELOISE: Carrots work as treats for dogs
Dear Heloise: When I adopted my dog Dusty from the animal shelter, he was pretty scrawny. Since
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: He worries his lifestyle may end team work
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I’m a 17-year-old high-school senior and homosexual.
HELOISE: Hints help with storing luggage
Dear Heloise: I’ve come up with some simple hints for storing luggage. My goal is to use the space