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Baby boomers and their offspring
;When it comes to their clothes
aid how they spend their apparel
debars, there is indeed a genera
gap in the attitudes of Baby
£fcmers and their Generation X
oilspring, observes The Soap and
Detergent Association.
Jhe gap begins with how they
rfftition themselves. While most
Agents have unquestioningly accepted their Baby
JJjbmer label, the offspring in their late teens and
early 20s clearly do not want to be known as
Generation X. They resent the efforts of the media,
marketers, teachers, parents and authority figures to
;mt£gorize or patronize them.
-According to research conducted by Cotton
nSprporated, when it comes to apparel, these off
wrmg are bigger spenders and more avid shoppers
tSin their parents. Twenty-six percent spend at least
S3&X) per year on their clothing versus 18 percent
dfthe 35-55 age group. They also expect to spend
more per item. They favor specialty stores and gen
erally avoid mass merchandisers. They shop for
clothes an average of 2.4 times per month, as
opposed to 1.4 times per month for Baby Boomers.
Apparel attitudes are different, too. An updated
wardrobe is more important to Gen Xers than it is
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TV series
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107 One of the
tides
109 Actor
Estrada
111 WWllorg.
112 Naomi's
chosen
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113 FDR's
successor
116 John Wayne/
Lauren
Bacall opus
119 Henry
Fonda's '57
Western
122 Bolger and
Milland
123 List of
candidates
124 Atelier
feature
125 Withered
126 Greek
mountain
127 Church
council
128 Pairs
129 Sister of Ares
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57 Says "Heitor
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62 Dutiful regard
64 French
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66 More or less *
68 Alfonso's
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69 Dolores
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70 Golf Instruc
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71 Thrust
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75 Complete the
crossword
77 Dogmatic
teacher
81 Stadium
cheer
82 Duelist's aide
84 Surpasses
86 French digit
87 Sweet, pulpy
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89 FDR's
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90 Writes a
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for their parents. There are other
attitudinal differences. For
example, they would rather
appear at a party slightly over
dressed than slightly under
dressed; they don’t mind stand
ing out from the crowd; and they
are more likely to sacrifice com
fort for fashion.
Baby Boomer parents exhibit more practical atti
tudes. They are more inclined to buy clothes at end
of-season sales, more interested in the fiber content,
less interested in name brands and more likely to
note the care requirements before purchasing. The
typical new clothing purchase is more often moti
vated by replacement needs than by fashion enthusi
asms.
Denim plays a major role in the Generation X
wardrobe. On average, they own 17 denim gar
ments, including eight pairs of jeans. When asked to
choose between casual slacks and denim jeans, 74
percent selected jeans compared with 59 percent of
the 35-55 age group.
If you have questions in the area of Family and
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houseplant fertilizer. You can grow them outdoors in
semi-shady places if you want. Just keep them healthy,
and they should bloom about the same time every year.
Start young
Feed children vegetables and other nutritious food
when they’re very young. After age 2, it’s much harder
to get them to change what they prefer to eat.
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shopping
areas
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forward
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classification
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haddock
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spice
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numbers
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ingredient
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gazelle
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vestment
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need
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oater
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creatures
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swans
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Ward
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chase them
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players
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letter
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Inns
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Diane
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buried
treasure
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one's own
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holding
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Western film
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Nero
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master or
leader
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pain
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carbonate
30 Ram's mate
34 Network
35 Official envoy
36 Take a taste
38 Water Kly
leaves
39 Working
Gregory
Peck film,
with "The"
79 Beginning
80 High, low
and reverse
83 Evangelist
Roberts
85 Roman
statesman
88 Ruined city
in Iran
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93 Fathered
95 Breed of
Siberian dog
96 Tardy
97 Os ancient
Troy
99 Basis of
paste jewelry
101 Rug pile
102 “The —of
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104 Having little
sense
106 Lessened
107 River In
Spain
108 "Gil —"
110 Part of KKK
112 High
tableland
114 Calcutta
garb
115 Very, in
Versailles
117 Explorer
Johnson
118 DDE's
command
120 Make
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121 Vane letters
Abby
By Abigail Van Buren
Universal Press Syndicate
DEAR ABBY: Last year my father-in-law passed
away. Before he died, he left a letter on a computer disk
for my daughter. I believe it is a short history of his life.
My daughter is only 21/2, so I am saving it to give her
when she is old enough to understand it
Recently my mother-in-law requested a copy of the let
ter. I feel that since the letter was addressed specifically
to my daughter, she should be asked if it’s OK for some
one else to read it. I personally have not read the letter,
although I don’t think my father-in-law would mind, but
I feel it is a matter of principle. Am I being unreasonable
in asking my mother-in-law to wait and ask my daughter
herself in a few years’ time? WONDERING MOM
DEAR WONDERING MOM: Yes. You stated in
your letter that you don’t think your father-in-law would
mind. Why stand on principle when to do so would deny
your grieving mother-in-law access to what could be a
treasured memory? Let her read the letter. I’m sure your
Horoscope
Aries - March 21/April 20: You’re on a roll at work
this week, Aries. Everything that you say gains sup
port from the higher-ups. Work diligently to make a
good impression, but don’t get carried away. Be proud
of your accomplishments without abusing the situa
tion. You run into an old friend late in the week.
Spend time with him or her.
Taurus - April 21/May 21: Don’t be stubborn when
it comes to a family situation early in the week. Listen
to what others have to say; they make valid arguments.
If you pay attention to them, you’ll see that they want
the same things that you do. That special someone
needs to take a break. Don’t get upset; time apart will
make the relationship stronger.
Gemini - May 22,'June 21: You feel like you’re on
an emotional roller coaster this week, Gemini. One
minute, you’re happy; the next minute, you’re
depressed. Take some time to relax and clear your
head. It will help you to feel like yourself again. A
friend needs your help with a personal problem. Say
no, because you’ll regret getting involved.
Cancer - June 22/July 22: Keep your emotions in
check when it comes to business this week, Cancer.
You need to look at the facts and keep things in per
spective. Making decisions based on your feelings
will lead to financial problems down the road. A close
friend needs a shoulder to ciy on. Be supportive.
Leo - July 23/Aug. 23: A loved one shares an inti
mate secret with you. Keep his or her confidence.
Besides, it’s not your place to tell others about this.
The person whom you’ve been seeing wants to ask
you an important question. Don’t get nervous; it’s not
that question! Just be honest with him or her, and your
relationship will grow stronger.
Virgo - Aug. 24/Sept. 22: You have a busy week
ahead of you, Virgo. So, stay organized. Keeping
things in order is the only way to make progress. Stay
focused on work. You’ll have plenty of time to relax
' LAST CHANCE NOON FRIDAY, JANUARY STH. '
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“WELCOME BABIES OF 1998”
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Share The Joy Os Your New Arrival!
On Wednesday, Jan. 15th, the Dawson Community News Advertising
Department will publish a special page featuring the babies born in
1998. Along with a picture of the baby, we’ll include the names of the
baby and parents, birthdate, and birthplace, creating a special keepsake.
Fill in the information on the form below with a picture of your baby
along with the SIO.OO fee and bring or mail it to the Dawson
Community News, P.O. Box 1600, Dawsonville, GA. 30534. Any mother
featuring twins, triplets, etc. pays SIO.OO for the first baby and gets the
other one(s) FREE!
DEADLINE IS NOON FRIDAY, JAN. Sth.
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“Welcome Babies of 1998”
FORSYTH COUNTY NEWS Sunday, January 10,1999
daughter would approve.
DEAR ABBY: I love your column and I hope you will
print this.
When I read the letter from “Lucky Old Guy in
Oregon,” whose wife is a health fanatic, I remembered
the story about the couple who goes to heaven. It’s really
wonderful—everything it’s cracked up to be, and more.
There is beautiful scenery everywhere they look, choiis
of angels singing, superlative food and wine, the chance
to hobnob with Moses, Jesus, Buddha, Lincoln, Eleanor
Roosevelt, or any of the great thinkers.
After a few days, the man turns to his wife and says,
“You know, I’m really mad at you.”
“Why?” she asks. “What did I do?”
He says, “You and your healthy lifestyle—no salt, no
booze, no sugar, no meat, no cigarettes, walk a mile
every day. If it weren’t for you, we could have been here
10 years ago!” ERIC GORDON, VENICE, CALIF.
DEAR ERIC: I love your sense of humor. Thanks for
sending this upper my way.
during the weekend. A relative calls you with exciting
news. Help him or her to celebrate.
Libra - Sept. 23/OcL 23: You have an important
financial decision to make early in the week. Look at
all of the facts and possible consequences before mak
ing your choice. A loved one offers romantic advice.
Listen to what he or she has to say.
Scorpio - Oct. 24/Nov. 22: Don’t get so involved
with your career that you neglect those around you,
Scorpio. While you have a lot going on this week, that
special someone still needs you. He or she has a deci
sion to make and wants your input. Be there for him
or her. Capricorn plays a key role.
Sagittarius- Nov. 23/Dec. 21: You really put your
foot in your mouth when talking with someone whom
you care a lot about early in the week. Don’t be
embarrassed or ashamed. Just explain what you meant
to say. He or she will understand. A close friend
invites you out this weekend. Say yes, and then get
ready to have a great time!
Capricorn - Dec. 22/Jan. 20: You get into trouble
this week, Capricorn. Don’t be afraid to ask loved
ones for help. They always are there for you. A busi
ness acquaintance wants to get to know you better.
Don’t get involved with him or her. It will make your
working relationship very tense.
Aquarius - Jan. 21/Feb. 18: Don’t overanalyze a
co-worker’s constructive criticism. He or she just
wants to help you advance your career. Don’t read too
much into it. A loved one drops by unexpectedly at
the end of the week. Give this person the chance to
say what’s on his or her mind. Libra plays a key role.
Pisces - Feb. 19/March 20: Show some compassion
for a friend in need this week, Pisces. Don’t reprimand
him or her for a mistake. Instead, help him or her to
correct the problem. Your efforts will be appreciated.
That special someone has a surprise for you. Enjoy!
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