Words can inflict wounds no apology can fully cure
DEAR ABBY
JEANNE PHILLIPS
      DEAR ABBY: I'm writing regarding "Perplexed in South Dakota" (Oct. 15), who said "terrible things" to her friend in anger. The friend forgave her, but did not wish to continue the friendship. I have been in that position, but my situation went beyond hurtful words.
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When a sprain doesn't heal, something could be goning on
YOUR HEALTH
DR. DONOHUE
      DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I haven't seen you write about my condition, reflex sympathetic dystrophy. I wish you would. I sprained my ankle about five months ago. I took care of it myself, but the pain didn't go and it got worse. I finally saw a doctor, who said I had reflex sympathetic dystrophy, and he told me to take Advil for it. It helps some, but how long does this last?
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HOROSCOPE
JACQUELINE BIGAR
      FORECAST FOR WEDNESDAY., JAN. 7, 2009 ARIES (March 21-April 19) You have a lot of bounce and can deal with many different and sometimes challenging situations. Tap into your leadership skills.
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