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Adapted from a recent online discussion.

Hi, Carolyn:
My ex-boyfriend and I both agreed upon a no-contact rule when we split so we could both heal and move on. The breakup was amicable enough; we split because he was uncertain about his career path and wanted time to figure out what he wants and if he even wanted a life partner. I'm 30 and desire a family, and he didn't want to waste my time while he figures those things out.

Broaden your scope this year by getting involved in large-scale projects that will benefit your community or country. Develop ideas and solutions that will encourage others to step up and take action. The impression you make will open doors to greater prosperity. Continue reading Horoscope for August 24, 2013...

DEAR DOCTOR K: My teenage son likes to sleep in on weekends, often until noon. Is it OK to let him do this?
Continue reading Sleeping in on weekends is not a good idea for teens...

Anne Frank wrote, "How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world."
How wonderful it is when a single card improves the fit and results in a low-point-count slam.

Here is the daily Sudoku puzzle for August 24: sud_3col130824.pdf

Click on the link to download today's comics: AnnArbor.0824.pdf

Here is the daily Los Angeles Times crossword puzzle for August 24: 20130824pzdxl-a.pdf

The Chelsea High School football team won't look like it has in recent years in 2013. The main difference: without a proven All-State running back in the backfield (see: Berkley Edwards, Nick Hill) much more will be put on the shoulders of the quarterback.

The annual Saline Community Fair keeps traditions alive by celebrating today's agriculture, community and rural roots.
Continue reading Saline Community Fair marches on, celebrates rural roots...

Washtenaw County residents will have an opportunity to explore the wide range of free and low-cost economic services they can take advantage of through the Parkridge Community Center, Washtenaw County and area nonprofits.