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Dear Annie: When I was two years, and we have been a freshman in high school, I together for 16. This is my became friends with Agnes, third marriage and his second. who was (like me) something He is 61, and I am 58. of a social outcast. Agnes still I work out of the home, considers me to and he is now semibe her best friend. retired. I would apThat was 10 years preciate some help ago. with cooking or We have both cleaning, but he algrown up to be ways says I wouldnt very different peobe happy with the ple. I am repelled way he does it. Ive by Agnes lifestyle told him this is a of promiscuity cop-out. I honestly and high-risk bedo not care how haviors. Although well he does, only she is free with Annies Mailbox that there is effort praise and is loyal and validation of my in an odd sort of way, she is feelings. Im exasperated. We incredibly narcissistic and get along great otherwise, but often condescending. Add to he is such a horses butt about that a volatile and sometimes this. violent temper, and she is a Just yesterday, he made person I no longer want in my himself a sandwich for dinner life. Still, we have a history. and never even asked whether When she says I am the only I wanted anything. He doesnt one who has stuck with her, pressure me to cook. I do it I feel a responsibility to main- because I know he likes to tain the friendship. I am also have dinner and I enjoy cookfond of her 5-year-old son. ing. But I would certainly I dont want to be dishon- never eat in front of him and est by pretending that her de- not offer something. cisions, her manner and her Am I being overly sensilifestyle dont bother me. It tive? Is it too much to ask for seems dishonorable. But if I help with cleaning and cooktell her any of this, I know it ing or to have my feelings will lead to a nasty confron- taken seriously? -- Hurt and tation. The truth about my Exasperated feelings would crush her. She Dear Hurt: We think your considers friendship and loy- husband is a little lazy and has alty to be sacred and would been trained to be waited on. take my disapproval as a be- He needs to step up and be trayal of her trust. Should I more of a full partner. Sepatell her the truth for my sake rate the household chores and or continue the deception for assign specific tasks for each hers? -- Conflicted of you. If you enjoy cooking, Dear Conflicted: It de- you could do more of that, pends on what you want. If and he could do more cleanyour goal is not to see Agnes ing. Ask what hed prefer. If anymore, go ahead and let he doesnt follow through, do loose. People outgrow friend- NOT pick up after him. Or, if ships all the time. You dont you can afford it, hire somehave to maintain this one, al- one. though it means you would Dear Annie: Ms. Bit not be around to show her son said she was having trouble what a stable person looks reaching certain body parts to like. You also could slowly clean them. I suggest she upmake yourself less available grade her toilet to a bidet toito Agnes so there is no con- let that provides a warm water frontation at all while the re- bath and a drying fan for the lationship withers. But a true parts in question. My elderly friend would tell Agnes gently parents had one installed and kindly that you are wor- years ago, and it served them ried about her. In turn, Agnes, well. -- A Fan of Being Clean while not pleased, would accept your concern and not cut you out of her sons life. Dear Annie: My husband and I have been married for

Sharing disapproval could ruin friendship

Tomorrows Horoscope
By Bernice Bede Osol

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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8, 2014 The time has come to make decisions and act on them. Dont be confused by what others do. You have to choose what works best for you and move forward. Simplicity and precision will make the difference when it comes to finding your comfort zone and, with it, success. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Dont let your emotions lead you astray. Do your share at home and contribute to projects that need to be finished. Staying busy will help you keep the peace and avoid criticism. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Listen to advice being offered, but make choices based on whats best for you. Not everyone will understand what will make you feel happy and accomplished. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -Consider ways to make your bank account grow. Offering a service or investing in something that will help you expand your marketable interests can pay off. Love is in the stars. ARIES (March 21-April 19) -Dont wait until you are forced to make a change. Stay on top of every situation you face. Preparation and organization will help you bypass trouble. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Youve got insight, knowledge, expertise and determination, so dont let anything stand between you and your goal. A promise will add security to an important relationship. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Ask questions, do your research and focus on innovation when it comes to finding solutions. Keep life simple by being honest about who you are and what you have to offer. CANCER (June 21-July 22) -Your emotional commitments and your desire to get ahead financially will keep you busy today. Dont lose sight of whats important, and be sure to nurture the relationships that count most. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Your heart is in the right place, but not everyone will agree with your actions. It would be best to keep a low profile and work quietly until you finish what you start. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -Sign up for something that you think you might enjoy. Spending time with the younger or older people in your life will help you see your situation from a different perspective. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- You will face trouble at home due to stubborn or demanding people. Work on projects that can help alter areas of your life that you find difficult or stressful. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -Share your thoughts and engage in functions that will bring you in contact with creative free-thinkers. Its a good day to make unusual lifestyle changes that will improve your emotional well-being. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Prepare to make a change, but before you do, make sure you have everything in place. Preparation and execution will determine how far you will go and how successful you will be. COPYRIGHT 2014 United Feature Syndicate, Inc.

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