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M aking new friends can be awkward. Whether you’re a student at a new school, an empty nester looking to get out more, or a monk parakeet, nobody wants to embarrass themselves or get mixed up with a ...

I'm an old guy and one of the things I'm most proud of is that I've maintained some friendships for more than 45 years. Last week some of us rented a VRBO for a few days. As one might expect, people ...

Dear Abby: I had a best friend I got together with weekly. She decided she needed to move away to a quieter place. Of course, I was disappointed, but I supported her decision because it was right for ...