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THE DAILY ASTORIAN • THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 2015 FEATURES 5A Family wants to keep war medals Tomorrow’s horoscope By Holiday Mathis, Creators Syndicate Inc. Dear Annie: My dad was a proud veteran of World War II. When he died 20 years ago, he willed his medals to my brother “Jim” and the Bible he car- ried during the war to my brother “Ray.” Eventually, Ray gave the Bible to Jim. My mother also gave other army mem- orabilia to Jim, thinking it should all be together. Jim recently informed me that when he dies, he’s passing on all of Dad’s things to “Margret,” his second wife. Margret met my father only once. Jim has no chil- dren, but the rest of us do. Several of my nieces and nephews have a keen interest in their ancestry and would love to own these war mementos. I suggested to Jim that he consider passing on Dad’s things to the next gen- eration, but was forcefully told they were going to Margret. I realize that these items belong to Jim now, and he can do what he wishes with them, but I’m extremely upset that such precious memorabilia will end up being lost to us forever. I can’t speak to Jim further about this. Margret was also shocked by Jim’s reaction, but he has forbidden her to talk to us about it. None of us lives nearby, and we can- not see Jim in person. I haven’t shared this information with other family members yet and would hate to involve my moth- er, because it would upset her. I guess all I can do is hope that Margret will do the right thing and give these items to Dad’s He complains that I’m not interested enough, but obviously, that’s not the issue. He brushes his teeth, so it might EHPHGLFDO,WKLQNKH¶VWHUUL¿HGWRORRN Creators into it. How do I get him to see that this Syndicate Inc. is something he needs to address? — Holding My Breath Kathy Mitchell Dear Holding: Bad breath can come and from a lack of dental hygiene, but also Marcy Sugar from gum disease, infections or even gas- trointestinal problems. Most of these are grandchildren when Jim dies. Do you things that can be treated. Tell your hus- have any other suggestions? — The Old- band you are concerned about his health est Sibling because of his terrible halitosis. Suggest Dear Sibling: Has Jim had a falling that he see his dentist to check for under- out with the family? Does he expect his lying problems, and if that doesn’t reme- nieces and nephews to contact him more G\WKLQJVWKDWKHWDONWRKLVGRFWRU<RX often? Does he feel obligated or pressured must be honest and explain that you want to leave all of his belongings, including WRNLVVKLPPRUHEXWKH¿UVWQHHGVWRGHDO Dad’s things, to Margret? with this. Dentists are more sensitive to :HZRXOG¿UVWVXJJHVWWKDWWKHQLHF- patients’ phobias these days and will take es and nephews get to know their uncle a gentle care of him. bit better. Jim may feel estranged from or Dear Annie:&DQ,DGGRQH¿QDOZRUG neglected by his family. A warmer, closer to the letter from “Traveling Man,” whose UHODWLRQVKLSZRXOGEHQH¿WHYHU\RQH<RX husband has developed a phobia about also should stay friendly with Margret, car travel and they don’t vacation together EHFDXVHVKHPD\ZHOOEHWKH¿QDODUELWHU anymore? of your father’s things. We agree that it I don’t understand her thinking. Just would be a shame for them to end up with because you are married doesn’t mean strangers. you are attached at the hip. She should Dear Annie: I am married to an just go by herself. I was married to a won- amazing man who is caring and support- derful man who didn’t want to travel, so ive. The problem? His breath. I went without him. He was very happy Our sex life isn’t as good as it to stay home and was so glad to see me could be because I can barely kiss him. when I got back. — Happy Wanderer Annie’s Mailbox FRANK AND ERNEST BLONDIE THATABABY SALLY FORTH STONE SOUP B.C. LOLA DILBERT SIX CHIX BIZARRO MUTTS NON SEQUITUR BABY BLUES WIZARD OF ID ZITS ROSE IS ROSE ARIES (March 21-April 19). You get a blast of cosmic sunshine and will continue to grow in vitality and power in the weeks to come. Already you may feel that you have the ability to see the potential in everything. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). When traf- fic lights aren’t working, the intersection becomes an every-man-for-himself sit- uation. This illustrates the importance of clear communication. Be the functioning traffic light. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Face-to- face meetings will be extremely effective and well worth the trouble taken to make them happen. What you do for them may soon fade from memory, but what you do with them will stick. CANCER (June 22-July 22). It’s like you have a velvet sack full of money, only it’s not money. It’s actually some- thing much more valuable because it’s a currency that translates in every country without conversion. It’s love. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). A young Walt Disney once claimed to love Mick- ey Mouse more than any woman he’d known. Similarly, you’re falling in love with one of your own creations, and it will bring you great joy. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You’ll use your natural comedic powers for good, helping people laugh at the absurd, the hypocritical and even at the painful ex- periences that go along with just being human. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Making peo- ple feel comfortable is a talent of yours, and you can put it to good use today, es- pecially considering that one nervous per- son can ruin the vibe of the whole party. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). In a way, you’re an avenger ready to balance the scales of justice, though you’re not sure yet which methods and weapons are like- ly to work best for the situation. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Be- cause you enjoy the ordinary, you are more likely to observe and experience extraordinary events. You’re headed into a cycle in which life will delight you. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). The journalist Wes Izzard said, “If a man wakes up famous, he hasn’t been sleep- ing.” The hard work you do to gain atten- tion for your cause, talent or project will pay off later. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). All rela- tionships thrive on measured pacing. Re- veal too much too soon, and the mystery is spoiled. Build anticipation instead. Make getting to know you a kind of adventure. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). As the sun leaves your realm, simple efforts may seem to take too much energy. When you don’t feel like it, do it anyway. Show up strong. Consistency will give more than it takes. FRIDAY’S BIRTHDAY (March 20). Your equinox birthday is an omen for high ener- gy, self-creation and self-declaration. You’ll lead others by being relatable and vulner- able and by connecting on the deeper levels that inspire true loyalty. Loved ones celebrate and spoil you in April. A profes- sional win in July may inspire a new busi- ness later in the year. Scorpio and Gemini people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 4, 1, 22, 39 and 16.