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THE DAILY ASTORIAN • FRIDAY, MARCH 24, 2017 FEATURES Mother-in-law spreads rumors Dear Annie: I am a longtime can buy it for her. I need advice. reader of your column, but now I want our marriage to thrive, I need advice. I recently mar- but I am afraid his mother will ried my husband after nearly a not allow that to happen. Please, five-year engagement. Things any guidance is appreciated. — were rough, as all new things can Loved and Loathed Dear Loved and Loathed: be, but we have pulled through. Spreading false rumors However, my husband’s DEAR about someone is not mother has begun vocal- only rude; if it goes too izing some colorful opin- ANNIE far, it can be considered ions of late, and it is caus- slander and have legal ing problems. She has consequences. I am in no been spreading rumors way suggesting that you that I fancy abusing my sue your mother-in-law, husband. She makes but I want to reassure sure to find his friends you that your frustration on social media and then Lane is valid and this is a seri- convince them that I am Annie Creators Syndicate Inc. ous matter. harming him. Likewise, your moth- I am unsure where this newfound hatred for me is com- er-in-law’s gambling addiction is ing from, but I can think of two serious. Addictions have a way possible reasons. The first is that of ensnaring whole families in despite acting as if she was OK unhealthy patterns of behavior. with her son’s marrying another At the very least, you and your man, she isn’t very comfortable husband should consider attend- with it. The second is that she ing a Gam-Anon meeting in your used to be able to convince him area. If he refuses to go, then go that she needed money, which on your own at first. (The meet- she would promptly spend at ings are open to anyone who is the casino, a financial burden affected by a loved one’s gam- we could not afford. I recently bling.) Furthermore, I recom- persuaded him to stop support- mend that you and your husband ing her gambling habit and said find a marital counselor. There’s that if she needs something, we no shame in reaching out for pro- fessional help, especially when it could save your marriage. Dear Annie: I work at a fast- food restaurant, and there are nights when we get very busy. Whenever we do get busy, my co-workers are very cranky. They’re constantly arguing with one another and snapping at one another. It’s almost as if they don’t want to do their jobs, as if they’d rather be standing around doing nothing. Annie, it feels as if I’m the only one at my workplace who even tries to keep a positive attitude when we’re busy. Should I try to persuade the others to let things go, or is this a case of “if you can’t beat them, join them”? — Only Optimist Dear Optimist: Keep smil- ing. My father used to always say that no hard work goes unno- ticed. Even if at the moment it doesn’t seem as if you are being appreciated or you are the only one in the restaurant with a smile on your face, in the long run, you will be much more successful in life with a positive attitude. It feels good to take pride in your work. With your outlook, you’ll end up running the restaurant or achieving any goals you set your mind to. 3C TOMORROW’S HOROSCOPE By Holiday Mathis, Creators Syndicate Inc. ARIES (March 21-April 19). Before you let your guard down with anyone, he or she must pass the battery of social, emotional and intellectual tests of your subconscious design. This is how you keep your life orderly. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). A mischie- vous mood prevails, though you must be somewhat careful about how you act on it. There’s much you’ll get away with, and it’s all in the name of fun. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You’ll see what others miss. So go on and state the obvious, because it’s only obvious to you. Eventually, this may earn you a position of leadership. But right now it’s earning you some serious respect. CANCER (June 22-July 22). Learning not to worry about things that are outside of your control is a skill that will contribute in a huge way to your personal happiness and satisfaction. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Actors strive to learn everything they can about the char- acters they play, as one must understand something to become it. The change you want to make will begin with study and understanding as well. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Do two things at once and you’ll accomplish neither. Multitasking will be at best a waste of time, at worst a dangerous opening for stupid mistakes. Give your focus exclusively. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). The darkness of night often turns on the light of the mov- ie projector in your mind. Your imagination will be especially strong tonight; envision a beautiful future. 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). Life is the true wealth. Vitality is the most desired quality. Make a concerted effort to avoid sacrificing sleep, nutrition and other things that create optimum health. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Time will sail for you today, mostly because you’ll get so into what you’re doing. You’ll make something special and figure out how to put the thoughts of what you love into this project. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Your day will improve as your powers of focus do. To direct your own mind very well is the one skill you can master that will enhance all of the others. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). When it’s about communicating so others will relate to you and get your message, go with the current style. But in matters of principle, be unwavering. Principles never follow trends. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Socrates suggested that life contains two tragedies. One is not to get your heart’s desire; the other is to get it. You’ll escape tragedy altogether with today’s interesting com- promise. TOMORROW’S BIRTHDAY (March 25). You’ll make the future better as you endeavor to understand history, especially your personal history and that of your family. Next month brings sweetness and laughter with someone younger. There’s a gold mine for you to discover in June. Au- gust is your shot at a high honor. Physical strength increases with late 2017 efforts. Leo and Sagittarius adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 9, 1, 44, 15 and 30.
