Ask Amy: Advice for the Real World

Dear Readers: Over my 21 years writing this column, I’ve stayed in touch with many readers whose questions have particularly affected me.One such reader, whose question first ran in 2021, provided an “update,” published in 2023.He and I have continued to correspond, and I’m happy to share an update to his update, as a reminder – to all of us – that time plus wisdom can bring on a (mostly) happy ending.Below is the original question and my answer (edited for length).

Slices of Life

A very good friend shared a written message regarding thoughts on aging with me.

Daily Report

Rodney Allen Dehart, 60, of Elwood, was arrested Tuesday, June 4 for failure to return to lawful detention, violation of work release, failure to appear, criminal mischief - damage to property of another person, and leaving the scene of a crash - property damage.Kyle James Beeman, 39, of Elwood, was arrested Tuesday, June 4 for violation of probation.

Madison-Grant ends Frankton’s season

CONVERSE — In a game where the weather was a major player for both sides, Madison-Grant held Frankton to a single run to win the Class 2A Oak Hill Regional championship 4-1 here on Saturday.The Argylls (17-10) advance to Saturday’s Oak Hill Semistate and will play Illiana Christian (19-9) at 11 a.m.