Jeannie Phillips
DEAR ABBY: My mom turns 85 this year. When my father died of congestive heart failure 10 years ago, our family had a clear understanding of Dad’s wishes about the end-of-life care he wanted.
Inspect the trunk of trees for any visible signs of decay, wounds or fungal growth. Fallen bark is a sure sign of trunk damage on this live oak tree. Damaged trees should be removed by a licensed professional.
—LSU AgCenter/Heather Kirk-Ballard
We are well into hurricane season here in Louisiana, but we still have a long time ahead of us. The hurricane season officially begins each summer on June 1 and lasts until Nov. 30.
Jeanne Phillips
DEAR ABBY: I’m a 37-year-old stay-at-home mother of two teens. I’ve been in a relationship with a guy I’ll call “Doug” for four years. I feel he only wants me here for sex.
Weekend getaways should take less planning
Extended summer vacations may get all of the glory, but individuals and families needn’t feel pressured to go away on week-long trips to get the rest and relaxation they deserve.
LIMA BEAN HUMMUS
Charcuterie boards have become more popular in recent years.
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