Society Columnists

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HELOISE: Release of doves can be lovely

Dear Readers: A recent column discussed white dove” being released at special events, and I asked


HELOISE: Remedy sought for noisy floors

Dear Heloise: Is there a simple remedy for noisy hardwood floors? I have tried baby powder and


ANNIE'S MAILBOX: Nephews’ obesity is hazardous to health

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My widowed uncle has two sons, ages 11 and 13. My


ANNIE'S MAILBOX: Daughter’s boyfriend is not motivated

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My husband and I are at the end of our rope with our


HELOISE: Bedding should be bought as a set

Dear Heloise: Mattresses and box springs frequently are sold as a set. Is it necessary to replace


Celebration marred by theft of money

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: Last week, our 22-year-old grandson flew in for a


Blended jelly spreads easily

Dear Heloise: Do you ever get frustrated trying to spread a glob of jelly on a biscuit or toast? The


ANNIE'S MAILBOX: He finally wants out of loveless marriage

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My wife and I have been married 35 years. Before


HELOISE: Hints will ease catalog ordering

Dear Heloise: I work for a catalog company and wanted to mention a couple of hints for readers who


HELOISE: New Eyes for Needy requests your help

Dear Heloise: New Eyes for the Needy needs your help! It was a few years ago that you advocated for


ANNIE'S MAILBOX: In-law’s lies have left them estranged

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My son and his family have been estranged from us


Caring fathers should be honored

Dear Readers: Happy Father’s Day to all the men in our reading audience who have had the pleasures


HELOISE: Many food banks have supplies for furry friends, too

Dear Readers: Some people are struggling to feed all members of the family, including those of the


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: His wife is terrified of her own mom

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My mother-in-law always has to be the center of


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: ‘Bryan’ refuses to discuss marriage

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I am 26 and have been seriously dating “Bryan” for