Hints from Heloise

Dear Heloise: I have read Hints From Heloise for many years in many of the cities that my husband and I have moved to because of his job.

Regarding the hint from the woman to have physical checkups on important days: I have always tried to schedule my annual exams on my birthday. It is like giving myself the gift of health. This year, on my 53rd birthday, I scheduled a colonoscopy. The staff that performed the procedure got a kick out of the fact that I did this on my birthday. And the results of the test came out clear, so it was a great birthday present to me. – Tammy, Baton Rouge, La.

Tammy, the best “gift” you can give yourself and those you love is your good health. Folks, go for a checkup, and get it done so you can continue to have fun.

If you don’t want to use your birthday as the yearly date, pick another that is the same every year – April Fools’, first of May, etc. – Heloise