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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