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6A FEATURES TOMORROW’S HOROSCOPE I’m getting tired of political rants Dear Annie: In more than 35 conducted by the American Psy- years of marriage, my husband chological Association, 57 per- and I have had conversations on a cent of Americans reported expe- wide variety of topics. However, riencing “significant stress” about almost every day for the past two the current political climate. I would ask your husband (non- years, he has ranted about political issues after watching a news pro- factitiously) what he’s really get- ting out of all the news. gram or reading an article DEAR What’s the use in hav- on a website. During these ing so much information rants, he sometimes gets ANNIE if all you do with it is get emotional, even angry. angry? Suggest healthy I start feeling tense, and outlets for his passion I’ve told him so. Occa- sionally, he apologizes about these issues. He for getting so emotional, could get involved in but he hasn’t stopped. politics at the commu- nity level, join a political Although I don’t agree Lane discussion group or book with some of his opinions Annie Creators Syndicate Inc. club (check out Meetup) about the issues, I don’t or even just volunteer expect him to change his views. I realize that he feels pas- once a month at an organization sionate about the issues, but he he believes in. I suspect he’ll feel doesn’t seem to understand that I better once he channels his energy don’t want to listen to his political into being the change he wants to rants or discuss those issues every see in the world. day. In addition to telling him that Dear Annie: I am a man in it makes me feel tense, I’ve tried my 60s. I’m writing out of con- ignoring him, tuning him out and cern for my friend. “Will” and going into another room. What I are the same age; in fact, we else can I do? — Exhausted by the share a birthday. He and I became Onslaught well-acquainted in childhood and Dear Exhausted by the were very attached to each other. Onslaught: You and your hus- But then, in my early teens, our band are not alone. In the most relationship took on a new and recent Stress in America survey unanticipated aspect. We found that we shared an interest in girls, and as we grew through our teens and into our early 20s, we had many adventures together. When I married, Will was there and always supportive. It wouldn’t have been the same without him, and I’m sure my wife would agree. I never minded in the least the interest he showed in her. But now, Will seems to have lost much of his get-up-and-go. He no longer shows much inter- est in my wife or in any other woman. I’ve tried to get him to be more spontaneous, telling him stories and showing him pictures that he used to like, but I barely get a rise out of him. I believe that Will is too young to be this listless. What do you think I should do? — Will’s Friend Dear Will’s Friend: Thank you for this artfully crafted letter. Though the likelihood of erectile dysfunction does increase with age, it’s not an inevitable part of getting older, and it can be caused by underlying medical issues, such as high blood pressure. For Will’s sake, your own sake and your wife’s sake, talk to your doc- tor today. THE DAILY ASTORIAN • WEDNESDAY, JULY 18, 2018 By Holiday Mathis, Creators Syndicate Inc. ARIES (March 21-April 19). You can’t help whom you’re attracted to, and there are some difficult characters in your circle whom you love despite (or perhaps because of) their prickles. Put on emotional gloves. Protect yourself and you’ll be fine. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). The adage sug- gests that it’s not what you know but who you know — although today it won’t fit either way, so don’t worry about it! Knowledge won’t get you through in the way that feelings will, especially feelings of compassion. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). There are lots of kinds of intelligence, and the one you possess will be fantastic for handling today’s set of circumstances. Additionally, including others with complementary skills will really push things forward. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Your friendli- ness will be the sunshine for those who need it. There’s an opportunity, and the odds are secret- ly and definitely in your favor, so take a risk. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Your popularity will grow. You’ve a captivating way of expressing yourself, especially with mundane information. You understand things on a deeper level, so you make them more interesting. CANCER (June 22-July 22). It makes sense to go where the generosity, tenderness and kindness are flowing, and yet you may feel an allure toward excitement that promises none of those things. Should you really have to work that hard for love? LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). As you look into your curiosities, research your passions and follow your whims, there will always be those who don’t get it and think what you’re doing is a waste of time. They are wrong. Ignore them. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You long for con- gruity where there is dissonance. It’s nobody’s fault. You’re on a different page of the soul. We all are on different pages of the soul. Fill yours out regardless. It will help the bigger story. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Your imagination is important to living your best life. Indulge it. Your days and nights will be enriched by the choice to do what it takes to cultivate an exciting inner world. 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 CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). If love is to be a graceful dance, the steps have to be learned. Study it; break it down; practice the moves. Repetition creates mastery. The beauty you create will be worth it, and besides, it’s the mature thing to do. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). There’s some- thing terribly lonely about spending too much time with people you can’t seem to get close to. It can be, in fact, even more isolating than being alone, because at least when you’re solo you connect with yourself. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). While scrolling through your feed, it may seem that everyone is having fun without you, but that’s the lie ev- eryone believes. Social media is primarily about perceptions and image. For the truth, see your friends in person. TOMORROW’S BIRTHDAY (July 19). Following your exceptional radar for all things good for you will lead to a healthy, happy year. The counterbalance will come in the form of a mischievous character, who adds some spice and temptation to your days when you need the excitement. An educational achievement will be an important marker in 2019. Scorpio and Sagittarius adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 9, 22, 28, 40 and 18.
