Dear Abby: What is this about dogs? I often see women on dating sites say, “You must love my dog,” and I find it really annoying. I know there are women who love their dogs, but if a man really cares about you, it’s insane to demand that he love his dog. What happened to these women?I think they are mentally unbalanced. — Frustrated with Georgia
For those who are annoyed: There is a school of thought that if someone wants loyalty and constancy, the way to find it is to adopt a dog. For some people, their dogs become like their children, regardless of gender. Anyone who enters into a romantic relationship with a dog must accept that it is a package deal. Since you are not an animal lover, these women will not be suitable for you.
Dear Abby: Today I ironed my late husband’s Lucky Fishing shirt, folded it, and put it in a box going to Goodwill. Continuing my work, I matched her 14 pairs of good quality merino wool socks. Most of it was a gift from him at a time when things weren’t so economical. After three months, I finally moved the box containing his ashes from the kitchen table.
Yesterday, I saw a couple sitting together at a fast food restaurant. Both of us were focused solely on the screen of our phones. I wanted to shake them up and tell them to look at each other and talk. They are very lucky to have each other’s company.
Is it human nature to only crave water when the well runs dry? Let’s cuddle together, hold hands, talk, and say “I love you” every day. No need to wait for Valentine’s Day. I was very lucky; you can be too.Abby, please remind readers to appreciate their loved ones. every Please show it to me on the day. — Loved every day
to the beloved ones: My heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved husband. It is known that more people are addicted to their mobile phones than their young lovers. I observed the same phenomenon among older couples, but it also applies to parents with small children. Your message is important that we should love and show appreciation for each other every day because no one is guaranteed tomorrow.
Dear Abby: My family and I like to entertain, so we often use the powder room. The same guy, instead of washing three hand towels, bought a nice looking vertical paper towel holder with rolls of paper towels in it and currently keeps it by his bathroom sink. My husband said paper towels are only for the kitchen and would look tacky in the powder room. Who is right? — Useful in Texas
To those who found it helpful: Of course, everyone is entitled to their own opinion. However, I do sympathize with your idea of having disposable hand towels in the guest bathroom. Practical, inexpensive, and more hygienic than using towels for the third, fourth, and fifth guests. However, there are disposable towels (some even monogrammed) available for purchase online that look better than the rolls. Why not check it out?
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