Dear Abby’s creator Pauline Phillips, aka Abigail Van Buren, made headlines again as her advice still sparks debate on family, boundaries, and social issues.
Nomathamsanqa Gogela, 40, supports her family through small-scale food and clothing sales, carefully planning for holidays with stamps and lay-byes. Her story highlights resilience amid economic hardship, emphasizing long hours and strategic saving to ensure her family’s survival during festive seasons.