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THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2020 THE CHRONICLE — 7 Linda LaZar is an expert in Chinese astrology and answers YOUR letters each week in The Chronicle. Email her at Linda@chronicle1909.com Love match for a Leo-Pig and Lucille Ball M any years ago, I hosted a call-in radio talk show in Los Angeles answering questions about Chinese astrology. Listeners would tune in for three hours on Friday evenings, and we never seemed to have enough time to answer all the calls queued up. We had a lot of fun, and the most frequently asked questions were related to career and love. In this week’s column, I’ll continue the “perfect love match” series, and I’ll answer a question from a young woman born under the sign Leo during the Year of the Pig. There are a few good matches for a Pig-born person. Many people are drawn to Pigs, but Pigs are very choosy in their love life. Pigs become friends with everyone, anyone, any culture, and any socioeco- nomic class. Pigs love friends and people, but romantic love for a Pig is serious. Pigs believe in loyalty and commitment, so it is diffi cult for a Pig to consider breaking someone’s heart, even if they should leave the relationship. This is why Pig-born individ- uals often endure unhappy marriages and relationships early in life, unwisely willing to sacrifi ce their own happi- ness for the sake of others. Lucille Ball was born under the sign Leo-Pig. She married Desi Arnaz, a Pieces-Snake. A Snake and Pig match is one of the worst romantic partnerships possible. These two signs are diametrically opposite. They have similar views on life and values, but personal- ity clashes will wreak havoc on the romantic relation- ship. Lucille Ball’s second husband, Gary Morton, was a Sagittarius-Rat. This was a perfect match. Compatible personalities, temperaments, and loyal friendship, as well as romance. The Sagittarius- Rat did not offer the fi ery passion of the Snake, but the love, partnership, and commitment were peaceful and lasting. Pigs are also compati- ble and drawn to those born during the Years of the Ox, Dog, Sheep, Rabbit, and Tiger. Lasting respect and contentment often fade between a Pig matched with a Dog. Hilary Clinton (Pig) married her husband Bill (Dog), and Sonny Bono (Pig) married his wife Cher (Dog). These are great part- nerships and friendships, but Pigs often are disappointed in the long-term result. Pigs are drawn to Ox-born indi- viduals, and vice versa. This combination fi nds a chemis- try each cannot resist. A Pig will devote themselves to the goals of their Dog and Ox spouses; and lose themselves. Tigers are a fun and strong match for a Pig. Life won’t be serene and peaceful with a Tiger, but the Pig will love the Tiger’s passion, ambition, love for family, and energy. A Sheep would be a good match for a Pig. However, the Sheep will pull the Pig into directions that may veer away from the Pig’s own dreams and goals. Rabbits are compatible with Pigs, but unless the Pig is willing to share their Rabbit with the Rabbit’s career, infi delity, or hobbies, this Leo-Pig may feel she takes second place to the Rabbit’s priorities. If this Leo-Pig can fi nd a compatible Rat early in life, the two of them could live a happy and devoted life together built on friendship and mutual respect. PUZZLES & TRIVIA STRANGE BUT TRUE BY LUCIE WINBORNE ANSWERS MOMENT IN TIME On May 21, 1901 * Connecticut becomes the fi rst state to limit the speed of motor vehicles to 12 mph in cities and 15 mph on country roads. As late as 1930, 12 states had no speed limit, and 28 states did not require a driv- er’s license. (c) 2020 Hearst Communications, Inc. * Chickens can see and dream in full color. They also can taste saltiness, but not sweetness. * Albino lobsters are the only variety that doesn’t turn red when cooked. The odds of catching one in the wild are estimated at one in 100 million! * In 1834, American physician John Cooke Bennet added tomatoes to ketchup, which previously consisted of fi sh or mushrooms. As tomatoes contain vitamins and antioxidants, Bennet then branded his sauce as a cure for diarrhea, indigestion, jaundice and rheumatism. * Japanese high schools often enforce strict confor- mance when it comes to hair. Half of Tokyo’s schools require students whose locks aren’t naturally black to prove it with baby pictures, while in 2017, a Japanese student sued her school after being forced to darken her hair with dye. * Contrary to what you’d likely expect, this juicy citrus fruit wasn’t named for its bright hue. Instead, the word “orange” came to us from a transliteration of the Sanskrit “naranga,” which was in turn derived from the Tamil “naru,” meaning “fragrant,” which describes its blossoms. * The fi rst vending machine was invented by Greek mathematician Hero of Alexandria and dispensed holy water after a coin was inserted. Hero also came up with the fi rst steam engine and the fi rst wind-powered machine – 2,000 years before the Industrial Revolution. * Russian author Vladimir Nabokov composed most of his major novels on index cards, storing blank ones under his pillow in readiness for a visit from the muse. Thought for the Week: “The most wasted of days is one without laughter.” – e.e. cummings (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.
