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THE DAILY ASTORIAN • THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2015 FEATURES Tomorrow’s horoscope Not too old for another dog Dear Annie: My wife and I are in our mid-70s and have no chil- dren. However, we have had pets, mostly cats, for all of our 50 years together. About 13 years ago, we bought an 8-week-old female Boston terrier puppy. A few months later a friend called us about a female Boston terrier that he could not keep and offered it to us. We took it on a trial basis, and since it got along well with our dog (and our two cats), we ended up keeping it. We loved them both like they were our children. They rarely barked, got along great with adult and child visitors and loved be- ing in the car. They were the best pets we ever had. We loved them. Both dogs were under the regular care of a vet. About a month ago, Spunky died in her sleep. It was devastating to lose her. Then, two weeks later, Petunia died. We are truly heartbroken. I want to get another puppy or young dog as soon as possible. However, the problem is my wife. She misses these dogs as much as I do, but feels we are too old to get another dog. What do you think we should do? — Grieving for Our Pets them has lived in our town for 30 years. His widow spent a great deal of money on funeral arrangements Creators and meals for the crowd that she Syndicate Inc. expected to attend. I told her that only a few people would remember Kathy Mitchell her husband, but she didn’t listen. and In fact, only a handful showed up Marcy Sugar for the service, including the men pressed into service as pallbearers Dear Grieving: Our condo- and the women who helped serve lences on the loss of your beloved the meal afterward. The widow animals. Multiple studies have could not believe that cousins, niec- VKRZQWKDWVHQLRUVJUHDWO\EHQH¿W es and nephews from out of state from having pets to love and care did not pay their last respects to her for. But do keep in mind that pup- husband. I reminded her that they, pies are generally more work than too, were in their 80s and would older dogs. Your wife may not feel ¿QGLWGLI¿FXOWWRWUDYHO up to the task. Please discuss it I feel terribly guilty that I with her and consider the possibil- couldn’t do more to curb the wid- ity of adopting an older dog. You ow’s expectations of a grand send- might also take into account the off for her husband and prevent likelihood of your someday mov- her heartbreak. Maybe this letter ing into a senior facility that does will remind others to listen to the not allow animals. Some seniors people who reside in their former handle this by having a friend or hometowns before they make relative agree to take the animals plans. Then I will have done some- when they can no longer care for thing to avert such a disaster in the them. future. — An Avid Reader Dear Annie: Last month, a Dear Reader: There is no rea- dear friend died. He lived in an- son for you to feel guilty. You did other state, but he was buried here. your best to dissuade this woman, His family had once been a large but she was in denial. We hope your part of our community, but none of warning helps others. Annie’s Mailbox 5A By Holiday Mathis, Creators Syndicate Inc. ARIES (March 21-April 19). You want to know how things work, but not quite as much as you want to know how people work. You’ll look for subtle indicators, seek understanding, search for motives and learn quite a lot. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Many people like you and want to show you how much. If you are embarrassed by constant, doting attention, then you should keep 10 paces away from the one you suspect has a crush on you. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). While looking for fun, don’t expect to find it in leisure. All the excitement is bound up inside a knotty prob- lem. The best part will be working things out with the others who are trying to solve this. CANCER (June 22-July 22). Though it would seem only fair that the one who does the most work is also the one most reward- ed when the work is done, unfortunately, it doesn’t always happen that way. You’ll have to make it happen. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). This day will spike with excitement, and then — whoosh — fall into lulls of long, flat time. It’s a roller coaster you’ll find enjoyable once you resign your- self to going along for the ride. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). When they don’t act right (and they won’t in some of today’s instances), try to think of the bad manners as a sign of lacking knowledge and training, not as a personal deficit. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). As many peo- ple try to get your attention at once, your powers of focus will be challenged. Though it’s nice to be needed and popular, you could also feel harried by all the commotion. Take a breather when you need it. FRANK AND ERNEST BLONDIE THATABABY SALLY FORTH PHOEBE AND HER UNICORN B.C. LOLA DILBERT SIX CHIX BIZARRO MUTTS NON SEQUITUR BABY BLUES WIZARD OF ID ZITS ROSE IS ROSE SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). What you most want to do might be something you know is wrong. Just know you’re not alone. Being good isn’t easy. The average person struggles to do the right thing on a daily ba- sis. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You might not agree with or approve of another person’s choices, but your sophistication of mind and your worldly style hinge on the one crucial attitude that peace depends on: tolerance. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). In the same way that bad art lacks an artistic point of view, bad dates lack a romantic point of view. You’ll have the most fun with people who know what they like, what they are looking for and why. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). It’s easi- er for you to meet another person’s needs when you know what they are. Ask. If what you learn isn’t what you wanted to hear, chances are you’ll be willing to adjust your thinking in the name of harmony. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). So much will go right when you avoid two things: wor- rying about the future, and worrying about now. Without the anxious energy, you’ll en- joy seizing your opportunities. FRIDAY’S BIRTHDAY (Oct. 23). Dream- ing is your forte this year. You will continue to see things as they ought to be, and your idealistic views pave the way for a beautiful future. November brings a big, lucky commit- ment. Come up with a business plan in the next 10 weeks. A winning performance at the start of 2016 will help you move up at work. Leo and Pisces people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 45, 2, 39, 48 and 16.
