DEAR Jasminda, My boyfriend and I recently attended an art class where we had to do a painting of each other. Somehow, even though I find my boyfriend very attractive, my artwork made him look like serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer.…
DEAR Jasminda, Do you ever worry if you’ll be replaced by Artificial Intelligence? Bob D. Dear Bob, I doubt artificial intelligence could provide an appropriate response, but why ask me, let’s ask Chat GPT. Q: I am being replaced as…
DEAR Jasminda, I HAVE two fully grown adults living at home because they are students, but they are so grotty I feel like I need to leave home so I can have a clean, organised space. Help! Gerry L. Dear…
DEAR Jasminda, My husband bought me a bike for my birthday so we can share an activity together. I’m a bit nervous as I rode bikes when I was young, but I haven’t ridden for years. Any tips? Mandy P.…
DEAR Jasminda, WHENEVER he visits, my now-retired dad insists on doing odd jobs around our home such as cleaning the gutters, painting hard-to-reach ceiling cavities and replacing roof tiles. I’m worried he’ll injure himself. Jim’s son. Dear Jim’s son, Retired…
DEAR Jasminda, MY son went overseas recently and returned with multiple broken bones from a mountain biking accident. I’m wondering about the best way to approach this so he doesn’t continue to engage in risky activities into the future. Josie…
DEAR Jasminda, I AM about to start dating again. I have dentures. Is this something I need to share if I enter a new relationship? Mary B. Dear Mary, If dentures are the most serious thing that you have hidden…
DEAR Jasminda MY husband is completely obsessed with Taylor Swift, and plays her songs constantly in the car. Personally I do not like Taylor Swift, and ask him to turn it off. To this he replies, “I am expanding your…
DEAR Jasminda, My husband insists on having his window down in the car, regardless of the weather. He says he feels stifled with the windows up and the air-conditioner on. I prefer to regulate the temperature. How do we compromise?…
DEAR Jasminda, What are the expectations for Easter presents this year? I just went to the shops for my grandchildren and there are Easter trees, Easter decorations, Easter wreaths, Easter clothes, and on it goes. Brian W. Dear Brian, Wreaths?…