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Poor V. Poor Hazard 2 Low Mod. High V. High Extreme 1 Air Quality Ultraviolet Comfort Indexes KITCHENER TORONTO BARRIE LONDON OTTAWA KINGSTON OWEN SOUND WINDSOR SARNIA HAMILTON I know if having an identity crisis, or if just lonely, or if my husband changed. We retired four years ago; 60, 64, and been married over 40 years.
We have a lot of friends whom we see anymore. We spend our summers on a remote island in Canada, and during the winter months, we live in our home in Florida. My husband want to do anything but sit and drink beer. He go out for dinner or sightseeing. Nothing.
We see anyone but the neighbour. After three months in Florida, I start to get so bored and depressed that I just want to run away. had some health issues which forced me to quit smoking and drinking, so my husband and I are not the drinking bud- dies we used to be. I know if this is my problem or his. Going crazy in Florida A This situation just about your hus- band, but creating a problem for both of you.
What you feel comes from relying on him for your entertainment to the point of neglecting any personal goals you may have, or can still develop, on your own. Also, at 64, you need him to make friends. Retired at 60, with a cottage and a Florida home in winter, you describe loneliness as something only he needs to change. Meanwhile, both in your early 60s with opportunities for healthy outdoor ac- tivities in summer, plus access to all the recreation that Florida offers from book clubs to pickleball, swimming pools, and beach walks, and neighbours eager for get- togethers. lucky that had to quit smoking and drinking.
No longer being can improve your socialization with others. Once your husband sees how much healthier and more active you are, he may catch up or not. But your desire to is a self-defeating excuse for blaming him only. Commentary Regarding a moth- er obsessed with her home- work (Nov. 9): a retired teacher sharing a secret that only teachers know about homework: Teachers fear disorder.
Our goal from Day 1 is to create a classroom of routine order. That makes us feel secure. is one way teachers can create order: teach for the first two-thirds of class time. Then assign work based on that lesson. assign just enough work to occupy students for the remainder of class.
Some will finish the assigned work, most will hope to, but be able. students know if they get it done in class, have to be finished as The attempt to finish all the work creates quiet and task-commit- ted students. only reason for assigned work was to maintain an orderly in-control classroom for the last one-third of the time. now the teacher has to check the homework the next day, and possibly change marks. The teacher might even have it turned in, which is more work for the teacher, who may have to phone home if the homework done consistently, and do this to legitimize creating the homework.
worst fear is students being out of control after the lesson has been taught. tell mom this secret, and let her tip of the day Barring serious illness longtime ad- dictions in adults who are in their 60s, life can be physically active and socially out- going. up to you, no one else. LLIE TESHER AND LISI TESHER ARE ADVICE COLUMNISTS FOR THE STAR AND BASED I TORONTO. SEND YOUR RELATIONSHIP UESTIONS VIA EMAIL: Is it an identity crisis or am I just lonely? ELLIE ADVICE There may be some emotional intensity to contend with during the first half of the day.
However, if we take a practical and ground- ed approach to any problems that we encounter, we can keep frustration to a minimum. Clear and effective communication will be especially useful for handling difficult issues, as will a great deal of patience. In some cases, it might be wiser to avoid the drama altogether. On a more positive note, the evening deliv- ers much better vibes. Friday night will be perfect for fun, romance, and celebrations.
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You may be inundated with work or responsibilities. Try and carve out some time to play. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Before you offer anyone your advice or opinion, think about whether constructive or useful. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) It might seem like your intuition is stronger than usual. Pay close attention to it.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) It may be necessary to have a serious or difficult conversation. Approach it objectively rather than from an emotional place. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) time to get back to the basics and streamline your life. Do the work now so you can relax later.
VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Focus on what makes you happy, and allow others to do the same. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct.
22) As you think about your long- term goals, keep plans under wraps for now so no one rains on your parade. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Try not to rush into a decision. Take time to think things through.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) A practical, well-thought-out approach to handling your financ- es or a money matter will get the best results. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan.
19) You may need to get something off your chest. Consider the most effective way you can deliver the message. A little empathy or understanding may be needed. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb.
18) You may be feeling stressed or overwhelmed. Find a shoulder to lean on. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Someone success diminish or take away from yours. FOR BIRTHDAY You pride yourself on being prag- matic and straightforward.
intentional about the decisions you make, and once made up your mind about something, you waste no time in doing it. With any plan or project, you take your time as you work, ensuring that done a thorough job. People often enjoy talking with you because down-to- earth and you give great advice. You have a dry wit that others appreciate. Your warm-hearted- ness is a plus.
You inspire people with your talent and strength. This year, all about growth and expansion. Step outside your comfort zone. BIRTHDATE OF: Janelle Mo- nae, singer- actor; Zoe Kravitz, pic- tured, actor- model; Carol Alt, model. TA MECCA WOODS HOROSCOPES Although it feels as if sum- mers run and winters crawl, time moves at a steady pace.
However, maybe you agree with Eugene Ionesco: the time to take our At the bridge table, though, we should take our time. When the dummy appears, all three active play- ers should pause to plan the campaign. Sometimes we must judge the right time to win a particular trick. deal was declared by Roger Trezel, a Frenchman who died in 1986. How did he time the play in five spades after West had led the diamond king? bidding recommended.
First, why preempt when you might be able to make three no- trump? A two-diamond over- call is normal. Secondly, hav- ing jumped to four diamonds, West have bid five. If he was willing to go to five diamonds, he should have bid it on the first round. Despite sacri- fice, Trezel willing to assume that East had the club ace. To try to establish the heart suit without risk- ing gaining the lead, Trezel ducked the opening lead.
When West continued with a diamond to ace, declarer discarded a low heart. South drew trumps, cashed the heart ace, played a heart to king and ruffed a heart. Back to dummy with a trump, Trezel discarded two club losers on heart winners. Nicely done. At another table, South won the first trick with dum- diamond ace.
However, after drawing trumps ending in the dummy, he called for the diamond two. When East failed to put in the 10, South discarded a low heart and recovered from his earlier error. bridge Time can be the great reaper By Alder.
