FRIDAY, MARCH 11, 2016 | WEST HAWAII TODAY 4B Dear Annie: My son is 36 years old and was raised in a Christian home. However, twice in the last two months, he has posted pictures on Facebook of women being hit by men. The first was a cartoon, and he posted it on his teenage daughter’s page. I sent him a message asking if he thought it was a good idea to tell his daughter that it is OK to be hit. He removed the post, but there was no explanation or apology. Then last week, he posted a video of a man doing a parody of a kung fu fighter kicking a woman in the head. Because they played a rock song in the background, you are supposed to think that it is funny. I told my son it was inappropriate. His wife made excuses, saying it was not intended to be mean. Am I out of line telling him that it is inappropriate to post such things? — A Mother Dear Mother: Your son is a grown man, and he gets to post what he likes on his Facebook page. If others find these images objectionable, they can tell him so. Expecting him to “listen to his mother” is probably not going to get you anywhere, and may end up with you being blocked from his page. You have registered your complaint. He knows how you feel and why. We hope his wife and daughter will likewise tell him that these pictures are offensive and inappropriate. Other than that, Mom, leave it alone. Dear Annie: This is in response to “A Frustrated South Dakotan,” who has epilepsy. My son was just diagnosed with epilepsy, and I am sure I could rival his mother in my overprotective nature. I knew keeping my very active, football playing, skiing, social, 11-year-old under my thumb would never work, so I started researching. There are two smart wristwatches available (Embrace and Smart Monitor Smart Watch) that will send an alert to whomever you choose in the event of a seizure. Both have several features that will make it safe for “Frustrated” to go out on his own and will alert his mother if he has a seizure. You recommended The Epilepsy Foundation, and readers should know that it also has support groups for parents of people with epilepsy. And a quick search on the Internet can provide great ideas to enable those with epilepsy to still do all that they love, but safely. Our son has a harness that he hooks on to the ski lift. We let everyone know that he has epilepsy and they help us out, too. He has a great life, and I have peace of mind. Good luck to both “Frustrated” and his mom. Epilepsy isn’t an easy thing to live with, but it is possible to live well. — Mom of an Active Son Dear Mom: Thank you for the helpful and upbeat letter. We received many informative letters from our readers who have experience with epilepsy, and we will be printing more in future columns. 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For strategies on how to solve Sudoku, visit www.sudoku.org.uk. GOREN BRIDGE WITH BOB JONES ©2016 Tribune Content Agency, LLC WINNING BREED Neither vulnerable. South deals. NORTH ♠ A ♥ K Q 9 5 3 2 ♦ J 5 4 ♣ 9 5 2 WEST EAST ♠ 9 7 6 5 4 2 ♠ K Q 8 ♥ 10 ♥ J 8 7 6 4 ♦ 9 6 3 ♦ A Q 10 7 ♣ K 7 4 ♣ 8 SOUTH ♠ J 10 3 ♥ A ♦ K 8 2 ♣ A Q J 10 6 3 The bidding: SOUTH WEST NORTH EAST 1♣ Pass 1♥ Dbl 3♣ 4♠ 5♣ All pass Opening lead: Ten of ♥ Mildred Breed, of Austin, Texas, is one of the USA’s top players. She was South in today’s deal. Breed won the opening heart lead in hand perforce, led a spade to dummy’s ace, and the two of clubs to her queen. West won with the king and led a diamond to East’s ace. The defense would have prevailed from this point had East led a spade, but East reasonably led a heart, hoping to promote another trump trick in partner’s hand. Breed’s club spots were so good that she was routinely careful, ruffing the heart with the jack. Still, she was shocked to see West show out. How could East have made a takeout double of clubs and hearts with five hearts in his hand? The only answer was that East was very short in clubs. Backing her card reading with her play, Breed led the three of clubs from her hand and inserted dummy’s five when West played low. She now ruffed another heart high and crossed back to dummy by leading the six of clubs to the nine, drawing trumps in the process. Dummy’s hearts now provided parking places for three of her losers and the game rolled home! Well done! West could have defeated the contract by rising with the seven of clubs when Breed led the three. This would have removed an entry to establish the hearts and then get back to dummy. Can you fault West for not finding this play? Would you have found it? (Bob Jones welcomes readers’ responses sent in care of this newspaper or to Tribune Content Agency, LLC., 16650 Westgrove Dr., Suite 175, Addison, TX 75001. E-mail responses may be sent to tcaeditors@tribune.com.) Sudoku By The Mepham Group Solution to Thursday’s puzzle © 2016 The Mepham Group. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency. All rights reserved. 3/11/16 ANNIE’S MAILBOX | ADVICE Son posts pictures of men hitting women on Facebook Friday, March 11, 2016 CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Anton Yelchin, 27; Thora Birch, 34; Johnny Knoxville, 45; Terrence Howard, 47. Happy Birthday: Make a point to be observant. It’s important to stay on top of what’s going on around you if you want to be successful. Make it your duty to understand how you can fit in or contribute to what is happening in your life both at work and at home. Your insight and support will result in praise and progress. Your numbers are 3, 11, 18, 23, 28, 36, 47. ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t let nervous tension stop you from being productive. Stay focused and initiate what you need to do in order to reach your set goals. Your creative imagination will bring results far beyond your expectations. 3 stars TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Consider your options while keeping your budget in mind. Now is not the time to go against rules and regulations. Discipline and determination will bring you high returns. Travel will lead to a resurgence of the things you enjoy doing the most. 3 stars GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Stick to your game plan regardless of what others do. A realistic outlook will help you make the right decisions. Concentrate on making constructive domestic improvements. Accept the inevitable and move forward with courage and finesse. 4 stars CANCER (June 21-July 22): Review your situation and do whatever you can to keep moving forward. Don’t let what others do dictate your next move. Try hard to live in the moment and to let go of the past. Nurture important relationships and avoid conflict. 2 stars LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Step into the spotlight. Make a point to visit someplace that motivates you or that you have never been to before. A challenge you take on will pay off in an unusual way. Keep an open mind and shoot for the stars. 5 stars VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Express your thoughts and share your ideas, and you will come up with a workable arrangement. Show discipline and take control of a personal situation. Your practical attitude could attract someone you will want to spend more time with. 3 stars LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Favors will be granted. Do your best to get your finances in order so that you can take advantage of an exciting opportunity. Make a lifestyle change that will ease your stress and help you gain confidence and respect. 3 stars SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): An original idea will help you run your household in a more efficient manner. You will attract greater interest and support from partners, friends and relatives. Don’t feel you have to accommodate others. Do your own thing. 3 stars SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Assess your situation honestly and start to implement the changes that will ease your stress and make you happy. Do what’s best for you and move forward instead of giving in to someone who cramps your style. 5 stars CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You’ll have to defend your rights if you are too vocal about the way you feel or what you want to do. Stick close to home and work quietly by yourself until you have a presentation that is too flawless to oppose. 2 stars AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Past experience will help you make an important decision about the way you handle a similar situation. Consider new suggestions, and implement several different options. Selfimprovement will result in compliments and success. 4 stars PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Put your skills to good use and you will find new ways to exploit your talents. Reach out to someone you enjoy working with and see where it leads. Money will come from an unusual source. 3 stars Birthday Baby: You choose quality over quantity. You are influential and forthright. Copyright 2016 Universal Uclick
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