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expensive stations to find a discount one.
Mom who fears being alone is keeping good company
DEAR ABBY: My teenage sister and I both
live at home with our single mom.
Lately she has been acting like a
teen in love giddy, staying out
late, and hiding to take her phone
calls. We have even caught her kiss
ing this man, “Gary.”
Mom denies any romantic rela
tionship with Gary, who is married
with children. But when his name
comes up, she talks endlessly about
how mean and horrible his wife is.
Mom has never met his wife, so she must be
getting her information from Gary.
We overheard him tell Mom that his wife
had found his cell phone bill and knew that
he was calling Mom a lot. So last month,
Mom bought Gary another cell phone. We
can’t afford that! We struggle to pay our
bills, and my sister and I have loaned Mom
money for her car insurance.
Mom has often expressed a fear of being
alone. We are happy that she is feeling good
about herself and dating again, but with
Gary, she’s headed for trouble. We don’t
want her hurt. How can we help?
WORRIED ABOUT MOM
DEAR WORRIED: Be there to offer emo
tional support, because your mother is on
thin ice. Gary’s wife is already suspicious,
and it’s only a matter of time until he gets
caught. The situation is bad. Your mother is
lying to herself, lying to you, and setting a
terrible example. Learn from her mistakes.
DEAR ABBY: I have been living with
“Adrian” for eight years and he still does
n’t want to commit to anything other than
living together. I have tried explaining the
issues of security, honor and respect, and the
fact that I have proven I’m a worthy partner
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TODAY’S BIRTHDAY
(December 14). You enjoy
elevated social standing this
year and all the props that
come with it. Sparks between
you and an old sweetheart
may turn into another go
around before 2004 starts.
Finances continue to look up
if you follow your plan care
fully. Next month, welcome
people into your personal life
who are very unlike those
who’ve come before. Your
lucky numbers are: 8, 23, 1,
20 and 51.
ARIES (March 21-April
19) Your generous spirit
radiates people are readily
drawn to you. Why now,
when all you want to be is
alone? Try to sneak in a few
solid hours solo. Creative
projects need your full atten
tion.
TAURUS (April 20-May
20) Change beliefs that keep
you down. It’s simple —just
think something else. Deeply
appreciative feelings are
accessed, and meaningful
expressions are exchanged.
When faced with a choice,
rely on your instincts.
FORSYTH COUNTY NEWS Sunday, December 14,2003
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bills. I am not looking for a free ride and
have always been willing to pay my own
way. After eight years, I do not have one
joint bill nor do I own any thing with him
jointly.
When I try to discuss marriage with
Adrian, he becomes angry and verbally abu
sive. Is this how you treat somebody you
love? I feel I’m being punished for wanting
a future with him. Please give me some
sound advice.
WANTS RESPECT IN MARYLAND
DEAR WANTS RESPECT: You are an
intelligent woman. You fail to see the securi
ty in this relationship because there is none.
Meanwhile, Adrian is sitting in clover. For
eight years he has enjoyed the benefits of a
roommate and bed partner. If you protest, he
keeps you in line by becoming abusive. Does
that sound like love to you?
Ask yourself, Why have I tolerated the
situation for so long? If it’s a secure future
you want, you won’t find it with Adrian. He
has already demonstrated that the only
things he “loves” are himself and his tangi
ble assets. If you leave you’ll be available to
meet someone who can give you a secure
future. Please don’t wait. Pack your bags
now.
Under the stars’gaze
GEMINI (May 21-June
21) It’s hard to relax. Work
is the best therapy for what
ails you; set a solid deadline
to keep your mind from wan
dering. Romance: The more
specific you are about what
you want, the more likely
you are to find it.
CANCER (June 22-July
22) Pursue your destiny! It’s
not something that just hap
pens to you. Moods are nor
mal, but give a pep talk to
yourself to bring yourself
higher. Feeling low doesn’t
just affect you it also
affects the person you love.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22).
Hold loved ones to their
word. A promised reward
finally materializes. Look for
signs tonight for what to do
about relationship issues.
The answers are in plain
view when you ask the right
question.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22).
When you’re introspective,
you can see how to dissolve
problems around the issue of
romance. After all, you have
a life and away of being that
make people want to be
around you. It’s that simple.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23).
You are easily influenced by
others now and need to take
time to tune in to a vision of
your own. Employ all of your
senses to create a vivid
image of you accomplishing
your goal.
SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov.
21). Put family first the
have been divorced twice. He
uses my divorces as justification
for not wanting to give up his
independence.
He recently bought a new
home. It is solely in his name
because I couldn’t afford to help
with the closing costs or pay half
the mortgage payment. I have a
good job and contribute to all our
result will be far more
rewarding than if you had
kept working. This evening,
you are impressively articu
late, so help out your less
than-communicative friend!
Singles snuggle up with
someone new.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-
Dec. 21). Life is full of
plights and predicaments, but
you couldn’t give a care!
You’re so bubbly! Your com
pany will be enjoyed and •
sought after. Romantic com
petitors back down, seeing
that they can’t hold a candle
to you.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-
Jan. 19). Your power rises as
your financial burdens drop.
Decide you can live without
those extras that strain you
month to month. Lack of har
mony at home can be easily
remedied stay open to
more than a couple of possi
bilities.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb.
18). Your extensive effort is
beginning to pay off, so stick
with it. Get a family member
to back your idea (this does
n’t necessarily mean giving
you money). Tonight, what
ever the problem, it’s not
worth fighting with the
neighbor.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March
20). No more letting people
use you exceptional
friends are worth looking for.
Family needs may keep
romantic ones light and on
the back burner, but at least
you’re the one in control!
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