FEATURES
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THE DAILY ASTORIAN • FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 2015
Should she confront co-worker? Tomorrow’s horoscope
By Holiday Mathis, Creators Syndicate Inc.
Dear Annie: I graduated from college
two years ago and have been working
at my present job since. I am one of two
women out of 30 employees in our depart-
ment.
Recently, my immediate supervisor
revealed to me a long string of emails writ-
ten by a male co-worker and our female
personnel supervisor, “Jane.” Apparently,
the two had become romantically involved
and were communicating via the company
email. It is obvious that neither of the two
understands the public nature of their com-
munication. My supervisor came across
their emails while searching for another
work-related matter. He thought I should
be aware of the personal comments Jane
had made about me.
I had met Jane only once, at a compa-
ny retreat. I recall some pleasant and polite
conversation, but in her email, she com-
mented that I seemed to be pompous and
must have been “drunk or on drugs,” and
that he should be careful around me. My
supervisor felt such comments were inap-
propriate.
Since this came to light, I have con-
sidered a nonconfrontational wom-
an-to-woman talk with Jane, not only to
ask her to make amends to me, but to let
her know that she needs to be more dis-
creet about her romantic communication.
But I am also fed up with how our depart-
ment is micromanaged by the home office
and have considered quitting.
Annie’s
Mailbox
Creators
Syndicate Inc.
Kathy Mitchell
and
Marcy Sugar
Should I make an appointment to
see the HR manager at the home office?
Should I ask my supervisor to handle it? I
like my work, and I don’t think the culture
of us-versus-them in a male-dominated
company will change without full involve-
ment. But I am afraid of being the lightning
rod going forward. — Joanna
Dear Joanna: Speak to Jane privately.
Tell her you have seen her correspondence.
Let her know that using such channels for
private communication is ill advised. Then
tell her you are sorry she got the wrong
impression at the retreat and ask how to
improve things. Contacting HR is up to
you. The company may be trying for more
diversification but not making progress in
your department yet. Do some research
and figure out whether it’s worth it to you
to rock the boat.
Dear Annie: Why do all these TV ex-
ecutives think actors have to cuss and use
the F word? It is disgusting and uncalled
for.
I was watching TV with my grand-
daughter at 10 in the morning when a se-
ries came on where they used God’s name
in vain. My granddaughter asked why
they did that. It is sad that you can’t even
be safe watching TV before noon. My
granddaughter hears these words in school,
which means her classmates are hearing
the words at home and quite likely on TV.
I remember when “Frankly, my dear, I
don’t give a damn” made your jaw drop.
— Sick and Tired of Filthy Language
Dear Sick and Tired: Executives ap-
prove such vulgar language because they
believe by “pushing the envelope” ratings
will increase. You can write the sponsors
of these programs, saying you will not pur-
chase their products, or you can change the
channel. There are plenty of stations that
offer more family-friendly fare.
Dear Annie: A while back, you printed
a letter from “Cousin of a Squatter,” whose
53-year-old cousin parked his van on her
property and was supposed to leave after
five months. She wanted him out.
Years ago, when I had to insist that a
friend move out of my house, I couldn’t
bring myself to throw his possessions
onto the street. Instead, I threatened to
put his stuff into a rented storage bin and
told him I’d give him a bill for the second
month’s rent, plus the key. This prompted
him to move. I helped him find a place for
himself, and we’re still friends. — Ejected
Nicely
FRANK AND ERNEST
BLONDIE
THATABABY
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WIZARD OF ID
ZITS
ROSE IS ROSE
ARIES (March 21-April 19). If people
aren’t responding the way you wish they
would, maybe it’s not you — maybe it’s
them. There are many who simply don’t un-
derstand the things you’re so good at.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Oddly,
when you don’t expect to be paid for a job,
you’ll approach it with more joy. An inter-
esting relationship begins with your expert
service to another person who desperately
needs it.
GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You don’t bore
easily because you’re always looking into
the deeper layers of what’s going on. Write
down your observations about life because
they will add depth to a future project.
CANCER (June 22-July 22). The people
who think it’s important to be right are ac-
tually quite wrong about that. Letting go of
the need to be right will liberate your energy
and vitality.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Once you bond,
you don’t easily separate from a person. To-
day you have nearly telepathic abilities with
someone you’re firmly attached to, and all
you discuss will serve to further cement the
tie.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). There are
many types of bathing. You’ll bathe not only
in water, but also in music, attention, beauty,
intellect and love. So many wonderful things
will wash over you that you will feel blessed,
indeed.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You get better
at a game each time you play it. When it’s
over, sign up for another round. Courtship is
a kind of game, too, and it’s one you’ll enjoy
this weekend.
SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You’re fool-
proof today — you absolutely can’t be fooled
unless you choose to fool yourself. There
might be good reasons for doing that. If you
do go along with a falsehood, it will probably
be in the name of compassion.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Fewer
commitments mean less stress. Less stress
means greater joy. Greater joy means extra
powers of attraction. Extra powers of attrac-
tion mean more love.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). There’s
a reason why life seems to go in slow mo-
tion when you encounter someone very
attractive. Rushing around is for amateurs.
Calm down, move slowly, enjoy your time,
and get there early.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Just be-
cause a task is difficult doesn’t mean it will
earn you points. Some of the easiest jobs
will earn you adoring attention, like the job
of listening carefully to others and helping
them feel how important they are.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Kindred
souls are all around, though you’ll have to
look for them. When you find one who fits
the profile, get all the relevant information to
keep in touch. This is special. It’s a sign that
there are many more out there.
SATURDAY’S BIRTHDAY (March 7).
Your cosmic birthday present is remarkable
clarity of mind. Apply it to April’s important
decisions. Stressful burdens will be lifted in
May, allowing you greater powers of self-dis-
cipline that enable you to establish positive
habits. Your relationships with people of a
different generation will make you rich in
many ways. Cancer and Scorpio people
adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 20, 10,
24, 3 and 15.