[ Dear Annie: My sister “Emily” and I were planning a joint celebration for our parents’ 40th wedding anniversary, but we’ve hit a snag. Emily wants to host a large party with all of our extended family and friends, but I think that a more intimate gathering would be more special and less stressful for … Read more
[ Dear Annie: I’m struggling badly with something that occurred over a week and a half ago. I’m a mom. My son is 15. I’ve been dating a man for two years now, but I’ve known him for over six. He has no kids and has always expressed his interest in becoming a dad. A … Read more
[ Authorities have released the name of a man shot to death during an argument inside an east Birmingham home. Birmingham police late Wednesday identified the slain man as Jeremy Andrews. He was 33. Officers were dispatched shortly before 8:30 a.m. to house in the 7800 block of Seventh Court South on a report of … Read more
[ Dear Annie: The way I have learned to respond to political discussions with people with whom I disagree is to adopt an attitude of curiosity. I genuinely ask why they think the way they do. This leads to a less contentious discussion where they can share their ideas and I can learn both about … Read more
