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giving it a spin. He giggled and Ruby hot frying pan as soon as the congratula- EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Carol Brooks
halted, lost in the sound of childhood joy. tory flowers from her ex had shown up. EXECUTIVE EDITORS Amanda Prost
Carey Ostergard
“He’s got your eyes,” Thomas’ low voice Thomas swallowed hard, a red tint col- Patty Bontekoe
sounded, his hushed tone pulling her atten- oring his face. “Because of your boyfriend.” Danielle Saliman
tion away from her son and straight to him. ART DIRECTOR Tracey Solodar
“My boyfriend?” Ruby squinted at him. SR PHOTO DIRECTOR Christie Geiger
Ruby had been so caught up in watch- “I thought the board’s decision upset you.” MANAGING EDITOR Tara Hans
ing Ben, she’d missed Thomas sidling up
beside her. Fighting the thrill that shot up “I was upset at myself, for falling for a INSPIRATION
her spine, she turned to him. “I know.” taken woman.” He raked a hand through Kathleen Fitzpatrick, Director
his hair. “It’s why I’ve been avoiding you.” Alexandra Pollock, Maggie Dillard
“That shade of blue is impossible to for-
get.” Thomas shrugged. “Believe me: I’ve “Oh.” Ruby uncrossed her arms. HEALTH
tried—and failed—for the last month.” Inspired by the spark crackling between Rachel Cosma, Director
them, she reached for his hand. “Well, you Rebecca Haynes, Deputy Director
“Because of the promotion?” Crossing can stop…I’m not taken anymore.”
her arms, Ruby attempted to protect her Kate Arcell
heart. While the two of them had worked Hope flashed in his gaze as he laced their
together, she’d believed Thomas to be a fingers together. “Would you like to be?” NUTRITION
friend. They’d connected so easily, or so Allison Nemetz, Lisa Maxbauer, Beth Weissman
she thought. But he’d dropped her like a Ruby smiled at his boldness but shook
her head. “I’d love a date…if you promise FOOD
Games Answer Key Games on to ditch the kilt first.” Julie Miltenberger, Director
pages 46-47 Susan Chiusano, Charles Grayauskie, Emily Boyette
“Consider it done.” Thomas glanced
around the room, ensuring the two of them BEAUTY
weren’t being watched, and dropped a kiss Lauren Stachiw, Director
on her head, one she felt clean in her toes.
Leann Garofolo
Ruby tightened the hold she had on his
hand, and they joined the buffet line. As FASHION
she stood waiting for her turn, she grinned, Jemma Evans, Director
amazed by the good fortune an unlucky
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YOUR HOROSCOPE For the week of Sunday, March 20, to Saturday, March 26

by Maressa Brown

ARIES Mar. 21–Apr. 19 TAURUS Apr. 20–May 20 GEMINI May 21–June 20

From the 20th on, you’ll enjoy a Carve out more solo time on Spending more time with friends
burst of confidence you can chan- the 22nd. Prioritizing journaling and co-workers feels fulfilling on
nel into meeting your goals. The and meditation can have you feel- the 21st. Team efforts can lead to a
sky’s the limit! On the 21st, you may feel ing more centered. And come the 23rd, gratifying win for all! Then, on the 23rd,
like having a heart-to-heart with a loved one. you’ll be feeling extra social. Working with step into the spotlight to present a creative
Speaking your truth can boost well-being. friends on a creative project brings bliss! idea. Higher-ups will applaud your efforts.

Your lucky days: March 22, 23, 24 Your lucky days: March 23, 24, 26 Your lucky days: March 20, 22, 23

Your lucky numbers: 1, 9, 12 Your lucky numbers: 2, 11, 12 Your lucky numbers: 3, 10, 11

CANCER June 21–July 22 LEO July 23–Aug. 22 VIRGO Aug. 23–Sept. 22

From the 20th on, a burst of self- Prioritize eye-opening pastimes You’ll want to carve out time to
assuredness helps you take the on the 20th. Taking an online spend with loved ones on the 23rd.
reins on a project. Dive in: You’ll class or planning a future trip Nourishing these bonds leaves you
hone your leadership skills. And on the could be your best bet. Then, have a deep feeling seen and supported. On the 25th,
24th, get out of your comfort zone by pri- conversation with a loved one on the 26th. brainstorm with a co-worker: You’ll likely
oritizing a learning experience. You’ll soar! Being vulnerable brings you even closer. land on an exciting and lucrative idea.

Your lucky days: March 20, 21, 22 Your lucky days: March 20, 23, 24 Your lucky days: March 23, 24, 26

Your lucky numbers: 9, 10, 18 Your lucky numbers: 5, 8, 9 Your lucky numbers: 7, 8, 16

LIBRA Sept. 23–Oct. 22 SCORPIO Oct. 23–Nov. 21 SAGITTARIUS Nov. 22–Dec. 21

One-on-one time with loved Devote time to wellness on the Relax with loved ones around the
ones comes easily from the 20th 21st. Adding in deep breathing 23rd. Spontaneous get-togethers
on. These moments are sure to or daily walks boosts your vital- boost bonds. And on the 24th, you
nurture your well-being. On the 22nd, ity! Then, you’ll enjoy a burst of creativity may feel the need for a brief escape from
research ways to boost mind-body balance. on the 25th. Pouring your feelings into an reality. Watching a favorite movie or diving
Trust your intuition to lead the way! artistic outlet could be satisfying. into a crafting project can satisfy the urge.

Your lucky days: March 22, 23, 24 Your lucky days: March 20, 21, 23 Your lucky days: March 20, 23, 24

Your lucky numbers: 6, 7, 15 Your lucky numbers: 5, 6, 14 Your lucky numbers: 4, 5, 14

CAPRICORN Dec. 22–Jan. 19 AQUARIUS Jan. 20–Feb. 18 PISCES Feb. 19–Mar. 20

You’ll be focused on your home You’ll be particularly social From the 22nd on, you’ll be
life on the 21st. Dedicate time come the 20th. Set aside time for focused on moneymaking goals.
to redecorating or starting a new self-care to stay firing on all cyl- Believing in yourself sets you up for
tradition. Come the 26th, you’ll find your inders. Then, you’ll be more in tune with rewards! And on the 25th, you’ll feel more
social life is booming without much effort. your intuition on the 24th. Use it to figure comfortable sharing ideas with loved ones,
Catch-ups with friends warm your heart. out your next move toward a big goal. which can lead to fulfilling collaboration.

Your lucky days: March 23, 24, 26 Your lucky days: March 22, 23, 24 Your lucky days: March 20, 21, 22

Your lucky numbers: 3, 4, 10 Your lucky numbers: 2, 3, 11 Your lucky numbers: 2, 6, 11

Happy Birthday! Year-ahead forecast for those born this week

Marcia Cross Aries, it’s your turn to shine on, Mars in your spirituality zone energy and allowing you to Getty
March 25, 1962 bright! From now until mid-April, will encourage you to step up move the ball forward on pas-
Mars will be in your networking the attention you’re paying to sion projects. Come early
zone, firing you up to connect creative pursuits. Pour energy July, energetic Mars will move
with others. Trading ideas on into caring for your well-being through your daily routine and
how to approach goals can lead now. Then, action-oriented wellness zone, empowering
to fulfilling collaborations and Mars will be in your sign from you to find ways to create
bolstered bonds. From mid-April late May on, boosting your more work-life balance.

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YGouYodoeuosdderevsteehrivnegs! Animal Hero

Proof that love and courage come in all shapes and sizes

“My dog saved my life—
three times!”

You have a When Francis Dearth collapsed, there was no one
fabulous else home—except his dog, Sue. He couldn’t reach
next chapter his medical alert device or phone. But paramedics
to look came—after responding to a most unusual call!
forward to!
T ime for a nap, Francis to the floor…and try as he “Sue is the best dog,” says
Every challenge Dearth yawned. The might, he couldn’t get up. Francis with his wife, Nell,
80-year-old Danville, and his four-legged hero
you’ve faced has Illinois, retiree, who has dia- He reached to his throat to
betes and heart issues, lay his press his Medic Alert—and shoulder. “You’re going to be
made you stronger Medic Alert necklace and then he remembered he’d taken okay,” a paramedic roused him.
cellphone on the bed beside it off. His wife, Nell, was work-
and smarter and him, then stretched out, his ing a 12-hour shift, and there Francis shook his head in
beloved four-legged buddy, was no one else in the house. bewilderment. “Who…how
brought you right Sue, curled at his side. Except for Sue. did you know?”

here: to the place Francis had adopted Sue Twice before, Sue had come “You weren’t responding
three years earlier. His heart had to Francis’ aid, saving his life. to your alert,” the paramedic
where you are gone out to the Staffordshire Once when he was having a explained. “All they could hear
blue pit bull with scorched fur heart attack, and the second was barking, so they told us to
absolutely prepared where someone had thrown time when his blood sugar fell get over here. Maybe your dog
acid at her. And when a shelter while he was sleeping. Both hit the button by accident.”
to achieve the goals worker told him she had only times, Sue had alerted Nell. But
three days left before they would this time, she wasn’t home. Francis looked over at Sue,
you’ve been have to put her down, Francis keeping watch nearby, and he
took her home. They’d been “Go, bark for help!” Francis shook his head. This was no
reaching for and live inseparable ever since. instructed. Sue dashed from accident, he thought. Sue hit
window to window, bark- the button intentionally.
the dreams you’ve Sue was still beside Francis ing loudly. But no one came.
when he woke a short time later Francis grew weak. The pain “Sue knows when I press
been dreaming. and slowly headed toward the was getting worse…and then that button someone always
bathroom. But as he reached he passed out. talks to me,” he told Nell when
You are so ready! the bedroom door, he got dizzy she met him at the hospital.
Moments later, a Medic Alert
and sear- technician responded when the Doctors discovered a raging Getty (3)
ing pain call light flashed. “Mr. Dearth, infection in Francis’ leg, which
shot up his are you okay?” he transmitted needed to be amputated.
left leg. through Francis’ device. But
the only reply was a sharp bark. “I use a three-wheeler to
Francis get around now, but Sue still
collapsed “Mr. Dearth, please stays right by my side,” he says.
respond,” the man said again, “She’s a part of me. I wouldn’t
Sue and again, he heard only bark- trade her for anything. She’s
hit the ing, which grew louder and the reason I am alive today.”
medic even more insistent.
alert —Bill Holton
button Francis was still uncon-
scious when a hand gripped his

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Love & Laughter

“Kiss me, “I sham-rock!”
I’m Irish!”
Isabella, 6 months,
Submitted submitted by
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Buck, Connie Army, PA
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Hey, taorebeyothuehBerlaercnleayiming Mommy’s little One evening a few years ago, I was meet-
Stone again? leprechaun! ing a friend at the movies. As I walked up

Daxton, to the doors, I saw her through the glass and
5 months,
submitted began excitedly waving. As I opened the door
by Mother
Kimberley and my eyes adjusted, I realized that my friend
MacLeod, BC
was nowhere in sight… Was my
turns out, I was waving at

face red!a complete stranger! I pre-

tended I had been waving

at someone else and quickly walked past the

person to wait for my actual friend elsewhere.

Boy, was my face red! —T.L., Mesa, AZ

“May your “Don’t worry,
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and your heart be
light. May good Kellen, 10 months,
luck pursue you submitted by
Mother Cinceria
each morning Alexander, NY
and night”

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