I’ve been saving my yarn scraps all year to put out for the birds while they’re building their nests, but I’m wondering about synthetics, like acrylic. Most of my knitting is done with wool, but ...

Q: I’m getting ready to move. How can I alleviate my cat’s anxiety in the new space? — Mary Mathis, Athens, Georgia A: Most cats are nervous about any change in their environment, so it’s important to ...