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A Friend Of Mine, A Very Busy Man Who Knew

that I had retired and had little to do except meet deadlines, asked me recently to help him find a flat for rent in a distant part of the country. It was part of the......

Q. I Love My Wife Very Much But Would Like

your advice on how she might be cured of an annoying habit. Whenever a friend rings up and, no matter how long they talk for, my wife seems unable to wind up the call. This......

Q. An Impoverished Friend Is Getting Married For The First

time in later life. I have asked what he would like as a wedding present and even said how much I am prepared to spend. However he has been very coy, saying that he and his......

Q. I Often Run Into A Dear Friend And Neighbour

when I’m boarding the train to London. I like to use this 90-minute journey to read but this friend always boards the train without reading matter. She likes to chat about......