Dear Abby is Right!

One of the reasons I keep stacks upon stacks of old newspapers in my house is so that I could, if so inclined, read past Dear Abby columns and bask in the wisdom that only comes with decades of advice-giving experience. I find her advice timely and relevant.

I also find that the stacks of newspapers help deaden noise from the street. Noise from the street hasn't been an issue for nearly 30 years, since my hearing left me, but in case I get visitors, I'm sure they would find it pleasant to enjoy my company without the noise from the street. I could just move some newspapers and we could sit and enjoy the late afternoon right before I went to bed.