Mom Likes Fun
But Not Games

By Abigail Van Buren

1979 by Chicago Tribune. N Y. News Synd. Inc

DEAR ABBY: Here's a neat one for you. Mom was widow-
ed many years ago and has since built herself a very suc-
cessful career as a realtor. She's 60-ish, slim and attractive,
bul she's allowed her business to usurp her social life.

Recently, in showing 4 property, she met a widower her
age who lives just a few blocks from her. He's tall, good-
looking, gray-haired and well-dressed. He lives alone ina big
house and has severa) foreign cars. I've met him, and he's
really a great guy who looks and acts like he's not exactly
hungry.

Well, this gentleman has been giving Mom a big rush and
providing her with lots of fun and laughter. Recently he sent
Mom a semi-serious invitation in the mail inviting her Lo
“spend several naughty days with me at one of California's
most romantic spols— Carmel.”

Tsaid, “Mom, get with it and go!”

Mom said, “No way; it's just not my lifestyle.”

What do you say, Abby?
TODAY'S DAUGHTER

DEAR DAUGHTER: Don't try to redesign Mom in your
image. It's not easy for some people to “get with it” when
they've gotten along nicely WITHOUT it for years.

DEAR FRIEND: I've been a faithful reader for many
years. The few times I disagreed with you, you subsequently
printed a retraction or, at least, admitted the opposition had

a good case. [n this instance, I don't think you will, but] had |

to write anyway.

I refer to your attitude about a citizen's right to have a
gunin his home. I'll admit some folks are not well-advised to
defend themselves against an armed intruder (children,
those unfamiliar with weapons, und the senile), All others
have a DUTY to resist evil.

lia burglar should call on me, he would find that my home
and business are protected by a “silent intruder alarm.’ The
installation reeord is not on any company’s book; I pul it in
myself. [ would have the advantage of surprise and, though I
ean't consistently shoot out the “O" ring. at 62, I could
probably wear my Navy marksmanship medals to his
funeral, ineidentally saving the state a bundle, too, In the
apartment house where you probably live, the ratio of
security people is about fifty to one, Out here in the jungle,
the ratio is several thousand to one.

Fortunately, your attitude was nol so prevalent in 1945,
or we might have had an Auschwitz or Buchenwald in
Milwaukee or Louisville. As the late Joseph Goebbels said
to Heinrich Himmler, “Es gebt zu denken" (“It makes ane
think”). You give it some thought, Loo, sweeLheart, and you
just might change your mind.

In any case, you've helped a lot of people and I still love
you, even though I'l! bet you won't print this.

BOB STICKLER

DEAR BOB: You lose, P.S. Accede to the federal re-
quirements of gun registration and you can have an arsenal
if it makes you feel any more “American” —or secure.

DEAR ABBY: I'm planning my wedding and want to pro-
vide a nursery where the guests can leave ali children under
4.

Do you think that would hurt the feelings of relatives with
small children?

I don't want screaming babies, fussy or reslless tots, or

children dropping hymunals, all of which I've seen -happen

time and time again!

Small children are wonderful, but nol when they cry and

talk during a wedding ceremony which should be a sacred
aceasion.

Would it be proper to include a note with my wedding in-
vilations notifying the guests that such a nursery is
avallable for all children under 4?

BRIDE -TO-BE

DEAR BRIDE: It's not only proper, it's a great idea,

Your Individual
Horoscope

Frances Drake
ARIES

(Mar. 21 to Apr. V8

Peak experiences center
around loved ones and
creative projects. Sports and
recreational activities bring
special pleasure, ;
TAURU:

(Apr. 20 to May 20) Og”

Say “please” when asking a
loved one for help with a
project. Capitalize on extra
energy for household im-
provements, Get rid of clutter.
GEMINI
(May 21 to June 20)

A few kind words will help a
loved one get over that
headache, Take the initiative
in planning dates and leisure
time activities.

CANCER

(June 21 to July 22) Ta)

Invite a romantic interest to
your place, Huy some new
possessions for the house, if
you want, You may also
receive a gift.

LEO
(July 23 to Aug. 2 VO
A family member would

appreciate a note from you. .

Get in touch with brothers -

sisters, Stretch your legs and -

get gome physical exercise,
Vik
(Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) my
A good time to buy or sell,
especially art objects. Get
appraisals on jewelry, an-
tiques. Be on the lookout for
bargains in out of the way
spots.

LIBRA
(Sept. 23 to Oct, 22) rs.

Replenish your wardrobe
and look extra nice for a social
get-together. New friends are
exciting, adventurous, and
Magnetic.

SCORPIO
(Oct, 23 to Nov. 21) MAie

Arrange a private meeting
with a loved one. A behind-the-
scenes role is your best bet
careerwise. Follow up on
career leads.

SAGITTARIUS

_(Nov, 22 to Dec. 23) xh :

Someone you meet at a
party is secretly attracted to
you. Be sure to express your
views at club meetings or
community functions.
CAPRICORN
(Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) VS

New business contacts
through social life. Exercise
initiative in financial dealings.
Career progress favors the
dramatic touch,

AQUARIUS au Se
(Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) “2

Business trips should be
successful, Find a way to let
loved ones accompany you,
Let mates and close allies
express themselves.

PISCES .
(Feb. 19 to Mar. 20) KEY

Business affairs at a
distance prosper. Work
projects begun now bring
financial return. Seek loans,
scholarships, and grants,

YOU BORN TODAY are
more practical than the
typical member of your sign.
You have an affinity for the
business side of art and would
make a good film producer or
art patron.

CROSSWORD

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