Society Columnists

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ANNIE’S MAILBOX: ‘Sonya’ seems in control of ‘Ron’

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: Eight months ago, I started dating “Ron.” His wife


HELOISE: Walking your dog? Use fence etiquette

Dear Heloise: I would like to address my concern for people who think they are letting their dogs


HELOISE: Being ready for a possible small fire

Dear Readers: Kitchen grease, the microwave and candles are just a few of the ways a fire can start


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Uncle is no fan of ‘Bob’s’

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I don’t have the best relationship with my nephew,


HELOISE: Taking care of Oriental rugs

Dear Readers: Do you know any hints to keep your gorgeous Oriental rugs looking beautiful? A pad,


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: No need to explain decision on kids

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I am a 25-year-old woman with two daughters. I


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Cheer coach’s action cause ire

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: Last night, my daughter’s high school had tryouts


HELOISE: Chocolate cake mix: 3 ways, all yummy

Dear Heloise: What is the difference between devil’s-food cake and a regular chocolate cake mix?


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Teen’s dad is being abusive

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I am 15 years old and the youngest of four children.


HELOISE: She’ll ‘shadow’ service people

Dear Heloise: My son’s music player recently was stolen from my home by a person who entered to do a


HELOISE: Hints can help a grieving family

Dear Heloise: I just read a column in the Reading (Pa.) Eagle about helping a family after a death.


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Healthier lifestyle alienates student

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I am 19 years old and a sophomore in college. I have


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Family cannot believe ‘Deacon’

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I’ve had a problem with my 21-year-old kid brother


HELOISE: Adopt a senior shelter animal

Dear Heloise: Thank you for the article recommending that people adopt senior shelter pets. My


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Mother doesn’t keep up property

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I am concerned about my mother, a 66-year-old widow