Dear Annie: I often read essays about how parenting comes full circle, how the greatest accomplishment of all is raising children who grow into capable, successful adults. That sounds fine and wonderful, and I am truly happy for those families. But I cannot help wondering, what about the rest ...

Dear Heloise: I house-sit and clean for a number of clients, and I wanted to share some observations. The use of granite countertops in kitchens and bathrooms seems to be a high priority for homeowners today. I find that very busy patterns in granite make noticing spills and debris on ...

Rock craft show seeks ­vendors ROCK — Vendors and crafters are sought for a craft show at the Lions Club in Rock planned for 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 3 and 4. If interested, call Marie Chartier at 906-356-2015. Eskymo meeting shifted ESCANABA — The next meeting of the non-profit Eskymo ...

Dear Annie: I suffer from severe anxiety over everything. I am and have been on medication for some time and I do see a therapist, but nothing seems to help. I have my share of issues, but my mind always jumps to the worst possible outcomes. In December, I had a hemorrhage. The doctors gave ...

Dear Heloise: I read your column every day in the Houston Chronicle. I love it. I have a cutting board hint. I use the juice groove around the edges to hold roundish vegetables or fruit and cut them. They don't slip or move around because the groove anchors them. I use this hack for cutting ...

Eagles breakfast on Sunday ESCANABA — Escanaba Eagles 1088 will serve breakfast from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday at 608 Ludington St. For more information, call the club after 4 p.m. at 906-786-3451. Rock craft show seeks ­vendors ROCK — Vendors and crafters are sought for a craft show at ...