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FEATURES 6A Tomorrow’s horoscope Trying to balance assets Dear Annie: While my moth- er was still alive, she gave a sub- stantial amount of money to my oldest son, “Rick.” Everyone but Mother knew she was supporting his drug habit (which he has since overcome). When she died, her will gave equal amounts of mon- ey to both of my sons. My young- er son, “Chris,” was hurt by his grandmother’s lopsided generos- ity to his brother, and it may be part of the reason my adult sons aren’t close today. 5LFN¶V IDWKHU P\ ¿UVW KXV- band, will be leaving him his en- WLUHHVWDWHVRKHZLOOEH¿QDQFLDO- ly set. My current husband and I recently completed our will, leav- ing most of our assets to Chris. Based upon what my moth- er did, I’m concerned that Rick ZLOO EH KXUW LI KH ¿QGV RXW WKDW his stepfather and I didn’t leave him an equal share. But I don’t believe my husband is obligated to leave the same amount to his stepson as he does to his biolog- ical son. What do you think? — Trying to Avoid Hurt Feelings Dear Trying: Did your hus- band help raise Rick? Can your assets be separated from your husband’s so that his entire estate goes to Chris, but yours is split THE DAILY ASTORIAN • TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2015 By Holiday Mathis, Creators Syndicate Inc. minutes, but not by ourselves. His wife and two children were present the entire time. It was as if we had watchdogs sitting there Creators making sure we had little contact. Syndicate Inc. The next day, we were told at the desk that his wife said we are not Kathy Mitchell permitted to see him. I think the and wife’s behavior is despicable. Marcy Sugar We went to see the facility director and my sister called the in half? Would Rick be under- caseworker and explained the sit- standing if you discussed these uation. He agreed that this was issues in advance? Unequal be- patient abuse. The doctor was quests create problems because called, and he said we could see it appears that the parent loved our brother. one child more than the other. If Richard was in such good spir- you explain your reasoning, it’s its and we laughed, hugged and possible your sons will under- kissed and told each other how stand and not be surprised and much we loved each other. The hurt later. purpose of this letter to let every- Dear Annie: My oldest broth- one know that even though you er, “Richard,” is fading from this may have a spiteful sister-in-law world. I live 3,000 miles away or other family member, the law DQG ÀHZ KRPH WR VHH KLP DQG says no one can arbitrarily keep say my goodbyes. Richard and I you from seeing your sibling. have always been close and have God answered my prayers and loved each other dearly. Now he my soul is at rest. — Loving Sis- is in a locked mental hospital and ter I don’t know why. Dear Sister: We are glad you Richard can have visitors only were able to have a good visit on weekends at certain times. with your brother, but sometimes The drive to the hospital is nearly there are restrictions on visitors three hours. My sister and I were for a reason. It is always a good allowed to go to his room for 20 LGHDWRSKRQH¿UVWDQGFKHFN Annie’s Mailbox ARIES (March 21-April 19). Your sophisti- cated mind is capable of nailing all the day’s challenges, including the challenge of ap- preciating one whose nature is very different from your own. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You have compassion for tourists because you know what it’s like to be out of your element and lost. New places can seem overwhelming. Everyone needs a guide. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). The need to please can be an asset or an illness. Today it’s the latter, separating you from what it is you really want. You’ll catch yourself doing too much to make someone happy. Stop and ask, “Why?” CANCER (June 22-July 22). Life can be frustrating, especially when it revolves around technology, language, and other things you do not understand. That person who can translate will be worth their weight in gold today. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Your goal isn’t un- like the goal of tech companies everywhere — you want others to have a positive user experience when interacting with you. This intention will lead to getting many of your needs fulfilled. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Like a hawk you’ll use your keen vision and bird’s-eye perspective to hunt for what you need. You can rest assured that getting what you want will keep the natural order in balance. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). This winding road is a test of faith. You can’t see very far ahead of you. Each bend requires you to trust that there is more road on the other side, and that the road will eventually lead to your destination. 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). When you witness desire, you subconsciously put yourself in the desiring person’s place. You want that to pay off. If it pays off for another, it could pay off for you. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You’ve come to a mental sticking point. To get un- stuck, you’ll need to do some jiggling and juggling. Move things around. Change your schedule. Alter the placement of your furni- ture. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Not all upgrades are improvements. Keep this in mind before you part with your cash. The ones who want you to make a purchase may be thinking more about their needs than your own. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). It would be tempting to surround yourself with “yes” people. So many want to agree with you now! Of course, your true friends are the ones who will support you when you’re right and tell you when you’re wrong. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). There are times when you tolerate, or perhaps even enjoy, a bit of excitement and drama in your personal life. But right now, you’ll welcome the quiet tranquility of peaceful relation- ships. WEDNESDAY’S BIRTHDAY (Nov. 18). There will be some emotional fireworks over the next three weeks when something you have wanted for a long time finally comes to fruition. You’ll like how this shakes out! December will shift your career focus. You’ll make money in a new way through 2016. March and April show you on a spiritual quest. Virgo and Libra adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 3, 15, 22, 39 and 17.
