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HELOISE: Empty bottles go through security

Dear Heloise: I always travel as cheaply as possible when it comes to flying. You’re not allowed to


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: He’s trying to help, not hurt, 2 girls

By KATHY MITCHELL and MARCY SUGAR Dear Annie: I am going to be in college soon, and I have two


HELOISE: Keep your washing machine efficient

Dear Readers: You probably have a favorite laundry detergent, and you hope that your clothes are


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: ‘Aunt Liz’ sponges off folks, irks her

By KATHY MITCHELL and MARCY SUGAR Dear Annie: I am a blessed child of two wonderful, loving


HELOISE: No salt? It isn’t a problem

Dear Readers: Watching your salt intake? Here is a longtime Heloise recipe that my readers love.


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: ‘Jane’ says sex is painful for her

By KATHY MITCHELL and MARCY SUGAR Dear Annie: I have been dating the woman of my dreams for a


HELOISE: Service ended up costing monthly

Service ended up costing monthly Dear Heloise: I signed up to use a service to find someone’s


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: ‘Jessie’ has proved cause for concern

By KATHY MITCHELL and MARCY SUGAR Dear Annie: I have been married for five years to a wonderful


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Is church after sister’s money?

By KATHY MITCHELL and MARCY SUGAR Dear Annie: My sister, “Elaine,” has terminal cancer. Yesterday,


HELOISE: Let cashier know how to deliver change

Dear Heloise: I bought a pint of ice cream at the gas station. I owed $2.39 and paid with a $20


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Vacation isn’t so great anymore

By KATHY MITCHELL and MARCY SUGAR Dear Annie: For several summers, my family has overlapped


HELOISE: Thinking of getting a rabbit? Read this

Dear Readers: Cute as they are, rabbits require a lot of specialized care and handling. Intelligent,


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Dad is resentful that son freeloads

By KATHY MITCHELL and MARCY SUGAR Dear Annie: Our three sons, ages 14, 17 and 20, live with us.


HELOISE: Labeling system eases moves

Dear Heloise: My wife and I just completed our 13th move. But moving doesn’t become any more fun. I


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Protective mother is scared for kids

By KATHY MITCHELL and MARCY SUGAR Dear Annie: A year ago, my uncle was released from prison after