Single father sets boundaries with girlfriend

DEAR HARRIETTE: I am in a relationship with a man who is a single parent of two children. It seems as though his ex left their family not too long after their second child was born – perhaps postpartum. My partner and I have a great relationship, and I love his girls.

All Clinton students protected by school

Dear Clinton Community, I wanted to take a moment to address some of the concerns you, your students, and our staff members may have regarding recent developments in state and national discussions around the citizenship status of students and families. I know this can be a stressful and uncertain time for many people, but I want to reassure you of one thing I have stated before and will continue to reiterate: I will always stand in the gap and do whatever I am able to protect our students.

Elizabeth Ko, M.D.

Dear Doctors: I saw on TV about a study that says walking helps if you are depressed. I would like to know how the research was conducted and how this conclusion was reached. I get to feeling low every few months and would be happy if taking up walking could break the cycle.

40 YEARS AGO

• Among Clinton Girl Scouts who were pounding the pavement selling cookies were Terri Perkey, Lauren Wilborn, Natalie Bryson, Alta Mc-Ginnis, Stephanie Collins and Carrie Gelnar.

Friend feels FOMO over group hangs

DEAR HARRIETTE: I’m in my 20s, and lately, I’ve been struggling with a serious case of FOMO (fear of missing out). Most of my friends are in a position where they can afford to go out regularly, whether it’s dinners at trendy restaurants, nights out at bars or even weekend getaways. I am on a much tighter budget, and I can’t keep up financially. I see their group pictures on social media or hear them talking about the fun they had, and it’s a constant reminder that I’m missing out. They invite me to join, but I often have to make excuses or decline because I simply can’t afford it. I’ve tried suggesting cheaper alternatives, like movie nights at home or potlucks, but they seem more interested in going out and spending money.

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