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Dear Annie: Afraid to trade security for soil

Dear Annie: I've been married nearly 40 years. My wife's father has passed, and her 81-year-old mother still lives on the family farm. My wife is on a loan her mother took out to buy part of that farm, and she handles everything for my mother-in-law. One of her brothers lives in the farmhouse ...

Car Talk: Faulty switches may be causing radio glitches

Dear Car Talk: My new used car, a 2016 Honda CR-V, has a radio that turns on and up all by itself. How can this be possible?! I have watched the radio volume go up when I'm not touching anything. I'd sleep better at night if you could explain this to me. Thank you! -- Vicki I suggest you ...

Dear Annie: From retired accountant to uninvited inspector

Dear Annie: My 72-year-old father retired from his accounting job two years ago and appointed himself "Director of Operations" of my household. He lives 15 minutes away and stops by unannounced at least three times a week. He's reorganized my garage ("Your shelving system was illogical"), ...

Hints From Heloise: Open fruit cups without frustration

Dear Heloise: In response to the question about how to open fruit cups without spilling: Before opening it, tilt the cup back away from you so that the juice is away from one side. When opening it, tilt it back toward you while continuing to peel off the top. Works like a charm! -- Terri M., ...

Dear Annie: The high cost of being maid of honor

Dear Annie: My younger sister is getting married in June and has asked me to be her maid of honor. I was genuinely touched -- until she handed me an extensive "wish list." It includes hosting a destination bachelorette weekend (on my dime until others reimburse me), attending dress fittings ...