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When vulgar language rubs the wrong way

DEAR ANNIE: I live in a 55-plus community and have met many people and made lots of friends since moving in here. I am not a prude, but I find it very disturbing how the F-bomb and swearing is so prevalent in this community. I’m in my 60s, a baby boomer, a Christian and not a sheltered person, but I’m extremely annoyed by this behavior, especially among some of my closest friends. I know I can’t control others, only myself. Do I just ignore this and continue to be appalled (especially when God’s name is used in vain), or do I say something? — A Baby Boomer DEAR BABY ...

Shingles occurs in vaccinated woman for fourth time

DEAR DR. ROACH: Have you ever heard of a fully vaccinated 79-year-old woman getting a repeat case of shingles? This is actually my fourth time having it. My first occurrence of shingles was when I was 26 years old, and it was on my torso. The next two occurrences were on my forehead, and I got antiviral medication for them. They subsided rather quickly, although I was left with some neurological aftereffects. When the first vaccine came out several years ago, I received it. Then as soon as Shingrix was available, I got both of these shots. This time, I’m on antiviral medication and ...

Bridge by Steve Becker

When I recently ran into Syvia and asked her to give me one of her old-time lollapaloozas, she came up with this deal where she held the East cards. It occurred shortly after she joined the club, and as usual she was playing in the expert game even though she had started to play bridge only a few weeks earlier. At the time, Sylvia’s shortcomings and indiscretions were continuously called to her attention by her exasperated partners. Unfortunately, this constant flow of unsolicited admonitions served only to confuse her and muddle what little knowledge she had already ...

Use multipurpose items for cooking

DEAR HELOISE: Thank you for your uplifting column. I wanted to share a kitchen habit that has saved me both time and cabinet space. The Home Depot notes that 8-inch plates are versatile, making them perfect for salads, desserts and snacks — or for serving as a resting spot for utensils while cooking. Vintage blue and retro ceramic plates also add charm to the table. I use these plates for sliced fruit, sandwiches and quick breakfasts. After dealing with crowded cupboards, I now rely on multipurpose items. While a simple white plate might seem unremarkable, its flexibility proves to ...

Try spiced nuts and seeds

This recipe is excerpted from the cookbook “Linda McCartney’s Family Kitchen.” Linda was ahead of her time on plant-based eating in the ‘80s and ‘90s — today, it is much easier to follow a plant-forward lifestyle than when she wrote her first cookbooks. Now, all the ingredients ...

Lovina shares glimpse into church service

Today is Easter Sunday. Jesus is risen! His life, death and resurrection paid for our sins. Last Sunday, our church had a council meeting at our neighbor’s house. Next Sunday, we will host communion services here. In between the two churches, we have Fast and Prayer Day. Son Kevin went home ...