Bridge 9/24

There is a proverb that runs: A joy that's shared is a joy made double. At the bridge table, if your partner doubles, it increases your chances of happiness and joy if you correctly interpret his message. In today's deal, East opens one club, your partner makes a takeout double, West passes, you advance with one diamond, East passes, and partner rebids one no-trump. What does that tell you about his hand? ...

October 08, 2008 | By PHILLIP ALDER | Coffee Break

Astrograph 9/24

Your patience will make achieving your objectives attainable in the year ahead. Even if the progress is rather slow, sticking with your game plan will eventually pay off in bigger ways than you thought.

October 08, 2008 | By BERNICE BEDE OSOL | Coffee Break

Bridge 9/20

Scottish author Kenneth Grahame wrote, "The strongest human instinct is to impart information; the second strongest is to resist it."

October 04, 2008 | By PHILLIP ALDER | Coffee Break

Astrograph 9/20

Unfortunately, the year ahead will not be without its difficulties. However, if you don't lose heart and stay the course, things will eventually turn around and actually work to your advantage. Keep your eye on the prize.

October 04, 2008 | By BERNICE BEDE OSOL | Coffee Break

Ask Dr. Gott 9/20

DEAR DR. GOTT: My 31-year-old son has retinitis pigmentosa. His sight has been decreasing little by little. We know it is an incurable disease. Has science made any inroads into this field? Is there is a place in the United States or Europe where they are doing any trials? Do you have any suggestions, other than vitamin A, on how to prolong his vision?

October 04, 2008 | By DR. PETER GOTT | Coffee Break

Ask Dr. Gott 9/19

DEAR DR. GOTT: I have had a great difficulty with mouth ulcers for the past three years. I've seen a dentist, oral surgeons, ENT specialists and general practitioners. I finally went to a local medical clinic when my mouth became so sore I couldn't talk, only to be told by the doctor on call that he didn't have any idea what the problem was. His recommendation was I should brush the inside of my ...

October 03, 2008 | By DR. PETER GOTT | Coffee Break

Bridge 9/19

If partner opens one of a suit and you respond in a lower-ranking suit at the two-level, you will usually have a good hand - but not always. What happens if righty throws in a takeout double? How does that affect the meaning of a two-over-one response?

October 03, 2008 | By PHILLIP ALDER | Coffee Break

Astrograph 9/19

In the year ahead, two individuals who have recently proven to be lucky for you will continue to be so, especially if you remain loyal and close to them. It behooves you to keep these relationships strong.

October 03, 2008 | By BERNICE BEDE OSOL | Coffee Break

Ask Dr. Gott 9/18

DEAR DR. GOTT: My husband has been diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome by his physician. He's extremely uncomfortable and isn't getting a lot of relief. What are his options?

October 02, 2008 | By DR. PETER GOTT | Coffee Break

Bridge 9/18

David Lloyd George, the only Welshman to be Prime Minister of Great Britain, said, "Don't be afraid to take a big step if one is indicated. You can't cross a chasm in two small jumps.

October 02, 2008 | By PHILLIP ALDER | Coffee Break

Astrograph 9/18

In the year ahead, you are likely to become more closely involved with someone who could turn out to be quite lucky for you. Your new pal will show you new ways to reach your heart's desires - and make your dreams come true.

October 02, 2008 | By BERNICE BEDE OSOL | Coffee Break

Bridge 9/17

We have some interesting and unintentional linguistic doubles in English. How often have you heard someone say "two twins" or "an ATM machine"?

October 01, 2008 | By PHILLIP ALDER | Coffee Break

Astrograph 9/17

You're likely to place considerably more emphasis on your social life and personal relationships in the year ahead. It will prove to be a very good thing to do, because life will become magical in ways you never experienced.

October 01, 2008 | By BERNICE BEDE OSOL | Coffee Break

Ask Dr. Gott 9/17

DEAR DR. GOTT: I am having trouble falling asleep. My medications include Sinemet, Levoxyl, Wellbutrin, Actonel and Valium. My supplements are grapeseed extract, omega-3 fish oil, COQ10, and vitamins C, D and B-50. I would like to try melatonin to solve my sleep problem. Would it be compatible with my medications? I also have Parkinson's disease but feel it is unrelated.

October 01, 2008 | By DR. PETER GOTT | Coffee Break

Dear Abby 9/17

DEAR ABBY: I'm a 13-year-old girl who just entered the eighth grade. I have a few friends, but I often feel like I'm invisible. They never take the time to call me. I guess I could take the first step and call them, but I don't know what to say. I guess I'm a little shy.

October 01, 2008 | By ABIGAIL VAN BUREN | Coffee Break

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