Dear Annie: I was invited to, and attended, both an engagement party and a bridal shower. I spent a bit of money on gifts for both. I wasn't invited to the wedding, which hurt me somewhat, but I understood the couple was trying to keep it small. Now, two years later, I've been invited to the ...
Dear Car Talk: In January, my husband purchased a Subaru Crosstrek. Since I am not a car person, I did not go along for the car-buying experience. So it was a few days before I got my first ride in the car, and we noticed that the passenger seat airbag warning light was on -- meaning my airbag ...
Dear Annie: My mom remarried last year, and her new husband, "Ken," has made himself very at home -- too at home, if you ask me. I'm 26 and still live with my mom while saving up to buy a condo. We've always had a good rhythm: we cook together, watch movies, take walks. But ever since Ken moved ...
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a reasonably healthy 81-year-old retired man, although I wear a pacemaker and have bad arthritis. My daughter insists that I'd be much healthier and happier if I eliminated gluten from my diet. I don't even know what gluten is or which foods it's in. So, am I flying blind ...
Dear Annie: My fiance, "Mark," and I are getting married in six months, and there's one issue I can't shake. His best friend, "Tyler," makes me uncomfortable. Tyler has a history of cheating, drinking too much, and making offhand comments that cross the line -- especially toward women. At ...
DEAR DR. ROACH: In a recent column, you answered a question regarding weight loss. You stated that you do not recommend weight-loss drugs unless the person is very overweight or has medical complications. I'm curious to know your reasoning behind this. Can you please elaborate on your answer? ...