My husband and I are luckyโ like that couple in their 70s you wrote aboutโto have a satisfying sex life after 23 years together. Still, to be honest, there are times when we’re just going through the motions. I guess it’s natural that it isn’t as exciting as it was that first year or so. […]
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Does your pet have what it takes to run Bend?
The race for Bend mayor is going to the dogs! (and cats, and other friendly pets…) One cat is already running for mayor in the November election, so we though, why not encourage more pets to put their paws in the ring? HERE’S WHAT TO DO: 1) Take a photo of your pet, ideally in […]
Free Will AstrologyโWeek of July 19
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Self-described skeptics sometimes say to me, “How can any intelligent person believe in astrology? You must be suffering from a brain dysfunction if you imagine that the movements of planets can reveal any useful clues about our lives.” If the “skeptic” is truly open-minded, as an authentic skeptic should be, I […]
Credible Fret and Netflix And Kill
I’m a 34-year-old woman in a two-year relationship with a guy. I’ve never been the jealous type. Yet, I do feel oddly possessive and jealous in this relationship, especially lately. My friends say this a sign I need to “work on” myself. Really? If so, how? What do I need to do? โWorried “Hey, where’s […]
Free Will AstrologyโWeek of July 12
CANCER (June 21-July 22): I pay tribute to your dizzying courage, you wise fool. I stage-whisper “Congratulations!” as you slip away from your hypnotic routine and wander out to the edge of mysterious joy. With a crazy grin of encouragement and my fist pressed against my chest, I salute your efforts to transcend your past. […]

