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PENINSULA DAILY NEWS
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by Lynn Johnston
by Brian Basset
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DEAR ABBY: I’m 21, and my 16-year-old sister is out of control. She told me she smokes marijuana, drinks alcohol, abuses painkillers and recently mentioned she does coke. Abby, she is beautiful, and I don’t want to see her do this to herself. She’s living with me about an hour away from my parents because Dad is an alcoholic and he abuses our mother. I brought my sister here to get her away from all that because I know what it was like growing up there. I’m having trouble giving her advice to stay away from those things because I did them, and I feel like a hypocrite. My parents can’t get through to her, either. Please help. Trying to be a Big Sis
DEAR ABBY make certain you are pregnant and Van Buren that this is not a false alarm. Whether you are or not, you have some difficult decisions to make. While it won’t be pleasant, you and your husband are due for an honest conversation upon your return. If you both “still kind of” love each other, forgiveness is possible, and couples have been known to get beyond this and have successful marriages.
Abigail
Dear Abby: The “rule” that white pants can be worn only from Memorial Day to Labor Day needs to be amended. I love my white pants. They go with nearly everything, and I almost cry when they must be stored away for another nine months. Ridiculous! My proposal would be to extend the grace period so it begins on Easter Sunday and lasts until Halloween. How does that sound? Marilyn in San Marcos, Calif.
Dear Trying: You’re lucky you were able to straighten out without becoming addicted to any of the substances you experimented with, but your sister may not be so lucky. Because she’s out of control, you must step in and put a stop to it for her sake. Your sister needs counseling, and if she is going to remain your responsibility, it is imperative that you assert control. Talk to her school counselor about getting her the help she needs. You may have to drug-test your sister on a random basis as a condition of her continuing to live with you. Kits are available at your pharmacy. Stop feeling guilty, stay strong, and you may be able to steer your sister back on the right path.
by Bob and Tom Thaves
Dear Marilyn: You will be delighted to know that according to “Emily Post’s Etiquette, 18th Edition,” that old rule about wearing white no longer applies. What’s important isn’t the color but the weight of the fabric. Here in Southern California, summer can start late and continue through October. Lightweight fabrics such as cotton and linen are acceptable during hot weather, and when the temperature drops, “winter whites” in wool, corduroy, silk and satin are common, although usually in off-white shades rather than a stark one.
Dear Abby: I’m a 23-year-old soldier in the Army, currently deployed overseas. I’m less than a month away from returning home to my husband. However, I have not been faithful to him during my tour. I have had sex with several people over here, and if that’s not complicated enough, I appear to be pregnant. _________ I don’t know what to tell my husDear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, band. I actually still kind of love also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was him. Advice? founded by her mother, the late Pauline PhilDeployed and Pregnant lips. Letters can be mailed to Dear Abby, P.O.
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Dear Deployed: You need to by Mell Lazarus
The Last Word in Astrology ❘ ARIES (March 21-April 19): Address partnership issues. Business associates should be approached and conversations that lead to a better understanding of a job or venture can help you put your plans into motion. Do your research and proceed with an aesthetic improvement. 4 stars
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TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Don’t judge others unless you are taking a critical look at your own shortcomings. Accept others for who they are and allow yourself the same freedom in return. Greater opportunities and better relationships will develop. 3 stars
by Pat Brady and Don Wimmer
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): A serious look at your current situation will help you make a wise choice. Take the information you receive that promotes advancement and interests you, and explore the possibilities. A business trip will help you seal a deal. 3 stars
ZITS ❘ by Jerry Scott and Jim Borgman
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Express your thoughts and you will attract attention. A learning curve will not be as difficult as you think. Embrace whatever is offered from someone with experience, and you will advance. Love is in the stars, and romance should be scheduled. 3 stars
Dennis the Menace
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Sis should rein in out-of-control teen
by Scott Adams
For Better or For Worse
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2013
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by Hank Ketcham
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by Brian Crane
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Protect your home and your relationships. Don’t withhold information if that may be considered a lack of trust or loyalty. Lay your cards on the table so you are able to move forward. Use your intelligence and charm to get your way. 4 stars VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You will have mixed emotions regarding a job or finding out what your role is supposed to be. Rely on the people you can trust and go beyond the call of duty by adding more detail and finesse to whatever you do. 2 stars LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Educational pursuits, new philosophies or following a new creative path will lead to changes within your relationships. Share your feelings and you will capture the attention of someone who has insight into your current situation. Short trips will bring you more opportunities. 5 stars SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Explore new venues that offer skills, knowledge or insight into fascinating cultures. The changes you make to the way you live will make a marked difference to how you create, work and enjoy life in the future. 3 stars
The Family Circus
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by Eugenia Last
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Presenting your ideas will help convince others to support you. Keep your overhead small to avoid criticism and failure. Getting others involved must be executed carefully or it may cost you a friendship. A domestic change will be met with mixed emotions. 3 stars CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Make suggestions and you will gain respect. Look at your relationships and the work you do from a creative point of view instead of from an economic position, and you will see a much bigger picture with auspicious opportunities. 3 stars AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Take care of legal, financial or medical issues and you will feel relieved. Less stress will help you deal better with individuals who have been scrutinizing and pointing fingers. Take action instead of waiting for things to come to you. 5 stars PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You can finalize a deal or settle a disagreement or even invest in something that will bring you high returns, but most of all, you can make a commitment or promise to someone special and work as a team to reach your goals. 2 stars
by Bil and Jeff Keane