Comment on Prep Soccer: Nov. 11, 2013

DOLPHINS (5-7) vs. JETS (3-9) Kickoff: 1 p.m., Sunday, Hard Rock Stadium TV: CBS (Ch. 4 in Miami-Dade, Broward counties; Ch. 12 in Palm Beach); RADIO: WBGG (105.9-FM), WINZ (940-AM), WTZU (94.9-FM, Spanish), Sirius XM Ch. 158 or 229; Palm Beach: ESPN (106.3 FM); WEFL (760-AM, Spanish) Coaches: The Dolphins’ Mike McDaniel is 25-23, including playoffs, in his third season as a head coach; the Jets’ Jeff Ulbrich is 1-6 in his first season as interim coach. Series: The Dolphins lead the all-time series with the Jets 60-56-1.

Dear Eric: I live with my partner of two years and his family (mother, younger siblings and mother’s boyfriend). Yesterday, his mother confided in me that the abusive and domineering man my partner knows as his semi-estranged father is not his biological father. My partner is not aware of this. I’m also not sure if any of his family knows. The man who helped conceive my partner hasn’t been in the picture since before my partner was even born. While I can appreciate that my partner’s mom trusts me enough to confide in me, I didn’t want to know this info, and now that I know, I wish I didn’t.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My ex-wife (we divorced 40 years ago) recently did something I would never dream of doing: She threw herself an elaborate catered party for her 70th birthday. Our daughter and son-in-law attended, as did I, along with a dozen of my ex’s longtime friends. She gave each of us a copy of her self-published book of poems. It all left me with very mixed emotions.

By Mandy Applegate Christmas is the highlight of the year for many – a time of hearing Mariah Carrey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You” on repeat, decorating the tree and seeing friends and family. However, celebrating Christmas the same way each year can cause it to lose its magical charm.

By Lisa Wells Looking at lights and decorations is a cherished tradition in anticipation of Christmas, especially as the displays seem to grow more elaborate and fantastic every year. If you are looking for the most impressive light displays, these cities are top destinations for magnificent holiday decorations. Related Articles Travel | Why American travelers are choosing Europe for Christmas Travel | It’s not too late to learn how to ski or snowboard Travel | Cruise into this holiday season with a non-traditional vacation Travel | What to consider when exchanging currency Travel | 8 last-minute Christmas vacations to book in the US Evergreen trees, festive music, good food, colorful lights – the trappings of the holiday season bring cheer as Christmas approaches.

Let’s face it: The best skiers in the world all started as soon as they could walk. In your group of ski friends, there’s a good chance the one with the best form tackles any terrain and is always first back at the chair learned as a kid, lucky enough to live in a place with skiing and parents who supported it. I grew up in the Midwest and never skied until I moved to Colorado at 30.