Friend’s marathon stories overwhelms group

Friend’s marathon stories overwhelms group

Dec 17, 2024

DEAR HARRIETTE: My friend recently ran her first marathon, and while we’re all super proud of her accomplishment, it has completely taken over every conversation. Whether we’re at brunch, hanging out or texting in our group chat, she always brings the topic back to her training, the race itself or how she’s already planning for the next one. At first, it was exciting to hear about her journey because we know how much work she put into it. But now, weeks later, it feels like we’re stuck in a marathon of marathon stories.

Will Trump pay attention to ‘real reality’?

Will Trump pay attention to ‘real reality’?

Dec 17, 2024

Donald Trump has vowed to impose 25% tariffs on imported goods from Mexico and Canada unless, he says, those neighbors stem the flow of illegal migrants and drugs into the United States. Chinese imports, he adds, will be taxed an extra 10% unless Beijing cracks down on the production of the narcotic fentanyl.

Army brat struggles to form connections

Army brat struggles to form connections

Dec 14, 2024

DEAR HARRIETTE: I grew up as an army brat, and while there were many positives to that experience, it also came with significant challenges that I’m still grappling with as an adult. My family moved frequently during my childhood – sometimes multiple times within a single year.

Elizabeth Ko, M.D.

Curbing drinking during the holiday season

Dec 14, 2024

Dear Doctors: I just turned 36, and I’m feeling the effects of drinking more than I used to. My boyfriend and I both have big families, so during this time of year, we have wall-to-wall holiday parties. Last year we did dry January, but this year we want to try a dry-ish December. How do you do that but still have some fun?

TODAY IN HISTORY

Dec 14, 2024

In 1799, George Washington died at his home in Virginia.

Woman’s behavior negatively influences

Woman’s behavior negatively influences nieces

Dec 12, 2024

DEAR HARRIETTE: I have been fighting with my sister about her behavior around me and my family for years, and it’s reached a breaking point. I have two daughters, ages 7 and 9, and every time their aunt comes to visit, I’m left feeling frustrated and upset. My sister has a habit of using crude language, making inappropriate jokes and displaying poor manners, even when I’ve asked her repeatedly to tone it down around the kids. What makes this even more difficult is that my girls adore their aunt. They look up to her, and her behavior is starting to rub off on them. I’ve noticed my daughters repeating some of the language she uses or mimicking her attitude, and it’s creating issues at home and school. I’ve tried explaining this to my sister, but she brushes me off, saying I’m being uptight or overreacting.

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