Husband and wife disagree over work-life balance
He should set up a challenge for himself, to see if he can drive for 30 days without reacting in anger toward another driver, even if that other driver is in the wrong (it's always the other driver). Deep breaths and calming music or meditation tapes can help (a crying or fussy baby in the backseat can add to his stress). The last time I found myself furious at a tailgating driver, I found a safe place to pull over -- removing the annoyance, and also giving myself a minute to simmer down.
Everyone can benefit from a safe-driving course; you can find details for courses in your area on your state government's website.
Dear Amy: "Grandma" was disgusted by her daughter allowing the family dog to lick their baby's high chair.
Your response was alarming: "If this baby is sharing its home with a dog, that dog and baby have probably been licking each other on the face for several months."
Typical dog-obsessed answer. Dogs present a huge danger to babies, and should not be allowed to lick their faces.
-- Upset
Dear Upset: I absolutely agree with you about the real danger of dogs around babies and children. This question was about hygiene, but I take your point.
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