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Ask Ellie: Sharing surname doesn't make or break marriage

Ask Ellie: Sharing surname doesn't make or break marriage

A wife decided to keep her last name when she married. Now her husband, disappointed by her decision, is involving their four-year-old daughter in the issue
M&M product recalled by Canadian government

M&M product recalled by Canadian government

M&M's cauliflower gratin has been recalled by the Canadian government's food inspection agency
Ask Ellie: Seasonal depression is real and can be treated

Ask Ellie: Seasonal depression is real and can be treated

Symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder include fatigue, weight gain, depressed mood, loss of energy, feeling worthless, even in despair
Ask Ellie: Be open about costs before booking group trip

Ask Ellie: Be open about costs before booking group trip

The birthday girl should have asked you if it was too extravagant a plan for your budget, and changed to a different locale if so
What can your sweat tell your doctor about your health?

What can your sweat tell your doctor about your health?

Chemical composition of sweat and physical information derived from it can be of value in assessing physiological and psychological wellness and assist in assessing stress and nutrition, an SFU researcher says.
Ask Ellie: Connection to ex-wife puts marriage in jeopardy

Ask Ellie: Connection to ex-wife puts marriage in jeopardy

Why does my husband keep sending his ex-wife “happy birthday” messages when they never had children and were only married for six years?
Minter: What to do with storm-damaged trees

Minter: What to do with storm-damaged trees

The latest ice storm, particularly in the eastern Fraser Valley, has taught us all some valuable lessons about pruning.
Ask Ellie: Banning step-child from home hurts partner

Ask Ellie: Banning step-child from home hurts partner

Unless physical abuse was involved and counselling/intervention tried but failed, no child should be disallowed in their parent’s home
Ask Ellie: Before dating, know what you want and how to look for it

Ask Ellie: Before dating, know what you want and how to look for it

'Ask the right qualifying questions and have a clear idea of what you want your partner — and your relationship — to be,' dating expert says
Ask Ellie: Marital separation can lead to growth and reconciliation

Ask Ellie: Marital separation can lead to growth and reconciliation

40% of divorcing couples are interested in marriage restoration, according to a survey in the U.S.