DEAR ANNIE: My 72-year-old father retired from his accounting job two years ago and appointed himself “Director of Operations” of my household. He lives 15 minutes away and stops by unannounced at least three times a week. He’s reorganized my garage (“Your shelving system was ...

DEAR HELOISE: In response to the question about how to open fruit cups without spilling: Before opening it, tilt the cup back away from you so that the juice is away from one side. When opening it, tilt it back toward you while continuing to peel off the top. Works like a charm! — Terri ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: Can you define the characteristics of the four stages of cancer? I understand that stage I is generally when cancer is caught early and can be treated with a good success rate, while stage IV is usually the opposite. But I’m not sure what the intermediate stages are. — ...

1. Four hearts. Naturally, you are reluctant to raise partner with only two trumps, but there are times when you have to. It is certainly reasonable to assume partner has at least six hearts after he has bid the suit three times, so any two trumps constitute sufficient support. Since you have ...

DEAR ANNIE: My younger sister is getting married in June and has asked me to be her maid of honor. I was genuinely touched — until she handed me an extensive “wish list.” It includes hosting a destination bachelorette weekend (on my dime until others reimburse me), attending dress ...