Mother-in-laws Alzheimer’s keeps couple tied to home

DEAR ABBY: I have been married 35 years. During the last six years, my mom died, my dad moved in and then he passed away at 91. Dad traveled, including to see my three siblings, and had a girlfriend. Three years ago, my mother-in-law, who is in the beginning stages of Alzheimer’s, moved in.

How to prepare for unexpected college costs

Smart financial decisions can help your family make good college investment decisions. Unfortunately, unexpected costs throw many families for a loop.

Great ways to get kids motivated to move more

Getting regular physical activity helps children meet developmental milestones and promotes mental and physical wellness. However, forming this healthy habit works best when you get started early.

Man wants input from wife to plan couple’s activities

DEAR ABBY: My wife of 36 years has never introduced me to a restaurant, bought concert tickets or planned a vacation. She seldom suggests movies she wants to see or introduces me to any form of music.

Mom feels unappreciated in the kitchen

SENSE & SENSITIVITY DEAR HARRIETTE: Before I had my son, I never cooked. My husband and I live in New York City, so it was easy to order in or go out; we could eat healthy at a good price. But after we had our son, we had to start preparing meals. I took on dinner and have become good at it.

Use sprouted potatoes to clean around house

Ever go through your pantry and find a bag of sprouted potatoes? While they are perfectly fine to eat in that state, they may not be very tasty.

Husband betrays wifes trust by posting nude photos of her

DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been married 30 years. He is my high school sweetheart and my best friend. We enjoy each other, and I thought we had a great relationship. Occasionally, we “spice up” our sex life to keep things interesting.

Pig ear treats connected to latest salmonella outbreak

Dear Doctor: Is it true that dog treats made from pigs’ ears are giving humans a dangerous infection? I don’t buy them because, honestly, they look kind of gross, but our dogsitter brings them over sometimes. Should we be worried?

Tattooed woman wants to show mom her ink

DEAR HARRIETTE: I have been hiding my tattoos from my parents for years. They disapprove of tattoos in general and have somewhat traditional beliefs. I have two tattoos — a large one on my upper arm that can be concealed under a T-shirt sleeve and a small one on my fingers.

Wife is edged out of man’s affections by her grandson

DEAR ABBY: My husband, “Doug,” and I have had a long and happy marriage. We’ve raised two children, both of whom are doing well in life. I have much to be thankful for, but I keep having to remind myself of that because I’m having trouble adjusting to my changing relationship with my husband.