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Is She Having Another Affair? And 'Making Up' For Lost Time

DEAR CAT: My wife had an affair years ago. Now I found out she’s secretly communicating with a single guy friend. She recently changed her password so I can’t see her cell phone bills….

DEAR CAT: I spend at least a half hour every day putting on makeup. I feel very insecure without it, but how can I use less makeup and time and still look good?

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Tuesday, February 23, 2010
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He's An Optimist Except When It Comes To Love & Mom Says Her Wedding Gift Is Tacky

DEAR CAT: Why does it seem women find Mr. Wonderful just when I begin having feelings for them? Is it possible I’m doing something on dates that makes women suddenly have a change of heart?

DEAR CAT: My fiancé and I are getting married in August 2010. I read about a “honeymoon registry” as an alternative to a traditional registry and I think it’s a great idea. My mom and grandmother think it’s tacky….

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Wednesday, February 17, 2010
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Freaking Out About Valentine's Day & A Gift That Reeks Of Taste

DEAR CAT: My guy hasn’t asked me for Valentine’s Day plans. If he asks me now, would it mean his other plans fell through? Please help me get a little perspective here!

DEAR CAT: A friend gave me an expensive leather purse but it smells so bad I can’t even keep it in the house. Should I tell her the truth?

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Tuesday, February 09, 2010
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A Party So Nice She Was Invited Twice & His Fiancée Swears “Nothing Happened”

DEAR CAT: A coworker invited everyone to her housewarming party. A week later she sent another invitation to the people who didn’t attend the first one….

DEAR CAT: Lately my fiancée has been acting strange. I got into her email and found extremely inappropriate messages between her and an older, unmarried man. We are still together but I wonder if I should end it…

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Tuesday, February 02, 2010
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If Her Boyfriend Supports Her, What Will People Think? And...Presenting Your Relationship At An Office Party

DEAR CAT: I’m 23 and living with my boyfriend. We can afford for me to stop working for a while but I’m afraid his family will think I’m being a mooch. Is it ever socially acceptable to “take some time off?”

DEAR CAT: My boyfriend and I worked together for years. I recently left the company but now a big company party is coming up. Can I be his date without looking like I’m trying to cling to the old gang?

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Tuesday, January 26, 2010
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