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The Vine: May 28, 2002
May 28, 2002 – 12:56 PM | No Comment

Dear Sars:
I have been close to where Drowning is currently (with the exception of the infidelity) and you published my letter last July in The Vine.I wanted to let Drowning know that her marriage …

The Vine: March 15, 2002
March 15, 2002 – 12:27 PM | No Comment

Ms. Bunting,
I have some insight into Clueless’s problem. I meandered through various jobs and majors to wind up as a very unhappy chemist. So, one summer I came across a book called Where Do I …

The Vine: March 12, 2002
March 12, 2002 – 12:06 PM | No Comment

Hey Sars.
I’m in a very similar situation to Philly, and I wanted to point her towards some useful resources. While I have a different type of seizure (and Depakote did nothing but make me sleepy, …

The Vine: March 8, 2002
March 8, 2002 – 11:34 AM | No Comment

Dear Sars,
Here’s my problem. I have epilepsy. It’s not really a big deal, though. I was diagnosed in college; after two years of bizarre behavior, a couple grand mal seizures, and a gazillion tests, they …

The Vine: March 1, 2002
March 1, 2002 – 10:42 AM | No Comment

Dear Sarah,
Of course, the usual compliments about your site apply. We’re both fans.
Our problem is this: A guy friend of ours (Bob) is dating a girl (Sue) we both know is a skank. We were …

The Vine: February 28, 2002
February 28, 2002 – 3:35 PM | No Comment

Hey Sars,
Just wanted to mention something that Trying To Deal might find helpful. Nearly every veterinary college has a Pet Loss Support Hotline these days. The people answering the telephone will understand how she feels, …

The Vine: January 25, 2002
January 25, 2002 – 6:24 PM | No Comment

So last year, in my hometown, I got together with a guy, who soon after introduced me to his best female friend — let’s call her “Angela.” The three of us hung out a couple …

The Vine: November 27, 2001
November 27, 2001 – 8:18 PM | No Comment

Hi Sarah,
I need your advice.I started a new job two weeks ago, and the two guys I share my cube farm with are driving me absolutely bonkers.
One is loud and constantly on the phone on …

The Vine: November 6, 2001
November 6, 2001 – 7:01 PM | No Comment

Sars,
I really need your advice, O Level-Headed One.
The situation: at 29, I’ve just finished two years of college, and damn proud of myself I am too. I’ve been fighting with clinical depression, agoraphobia, bulimia, and …

The Vine: November 1, 2001
November 1, 2001 – 2:15 PM | No Comment

Hey there, Sars.
Just read your response to “Considering,” the girl whose roommate is so very annoying.Usually I agree with your Vine advice, but this time, I’ve got to take issue with your solution. I lived …