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Dear Annie: I grew up never allowed to have pets. I’ve been married almost 30 years to a man who allowed me to have a small inside dog, and he doesn’t mind her so much but hates the two we have ...

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In January, I fell in love with someone. It was the last thing I’d expect and caught me completely off guard. He has sandy blond hair with flecks of gray and gorgeous, sad eyes. He loves to go on ...

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