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DEAR ANNIE: Sometimes friendships do run their courses

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DEAR ANNIE: I’ve been friends with “Jessie” for several years, but lately, I’ve been feeling like the friendship is one-sided. I’m always the one reaching out, making plans and putting in the effort. Jessie has been responding to my texts with one-word answers, if at all. I value our friendship a lot, but I’m starting to question whether she feels the same way. How can I address this issue without seeming needy? Should I confront her or let it go and just hope it changes back to what it was like before? Any guidance would be appreciated. — Friendship on Uneven ...

Older exercise instructors speak their peers’ language

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SEATTLE — Bengie Santos was a dancer and choreographer for 30 years before reaching an age when most artists hang up their dancing shoes and take a seat in the audience. But she wasn’t ready to sit back and enjoy the show. So Santos began her third act as an exercise instructor. Now ...

Be sure to enjoy your summer safely

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It’s June and we are finally seeing a change in the weather. We can go outside and enjoy the sunshine, work on our gardens or yards, or maybe just relax on a porch and watch the neighborhood. But just because the weather has changed doesn’t mean we do not need to be cautious. During the winter we worry about frostbite and slipping on ice, but during the summer we tend to forget there are other dangers as well. The heat is not something to just enjoy, it can come with a host of problems we do not typically think about. As we age, we tend to become more susceptible to ...

Dear Annie: Handling career crises and work anxieties

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DEAR ANNIE: I’m feeling torn between pursuing my dream and maintaining my financial stability. I have a job as an accountant making six figures, but it’s boring work — so boring that I dread getting out of bed every morning. The days go by slowly, and I find myself living for the weekend. On the other hand, I’ve had a passion for photography since I was a kid. Recently, I’ve started to do some freelance work on the side, just for fun, but the money isn’t great because I don’t have a lot of time to devote to it. I understand the importance of financial security, but I ...