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Show Se DR ee __TheSaltLakeTribune UTAH LIVING Sunday, January 14,2001 Don’t Sever Relationship WithMeddling Mother ANN LANDERS was a grown woman did I realize err “ooh” and “aah”over these creations is even worse. I say, if you wantto feed people, give them food thatwill stick to their ribs, and don’t gussy it up. If _ the intention is to create anattrac- _ tive display, put upplastic flowers Q Dear Ann: I was amused by the letter from “Still in Shock in Middle America,” who was upset be- cause the guests at afancy wed- See ‘ahordeoflocusts” on buffet table. gestion that I invite her. I don’t wish to take second place to this ‘woman on my day. Advise me, Please. — Virginia Beach Mess Dear Va.: Apparently,it is importantto Willis that his children participate, and that means including their mother. Invite the ex-wife and don’t worry abouttaking i place. This will be your day, and all eyes will be on you. Enjoy it! ooking for an excuse not to like This woman is pushing me to the wall, and I don’t knowhow much more can tolerate. Please don’t say Paul isn’t the right man for me. Leaving him is not an option. I adore him. Ifhis mother doesn’t shape up, would it be OK if severed my relationship with her’ in the Southwest lift. ingright into her game plan. Nothing would please her more. Instead, make lemonade out of this lemon. Find something about the woman to admire, Go out of your wayto be kind to her. Easy to do? Ofcourse not, butifyou with him, this is the way to go. Trust me. BS5SP a RSP ak as ke APS oR FR Ree | See: Ge a ble to freezing and bursting as are . A disadvantage ofthe warm-air, gas-fired or oil-fired system is that, in the rare event ofadefectiveheat poisonous from theexhaustgascan mix with the circulatingairandbe around the house. This also introducesexcessive moisture (from the combustion process) as condensation into the house. ‘When the system is off,no heat keep the channel track that they slide in clean by periodically brushing them out or vacuuming them with a narrow nozzle. Wipe out any remaining grit with a damp sponge, dry the channels, then lubricate them with powdered graphite or a silicone spray. : To submit a question, write to Popular Mechanics, Reader Service Bureau, 224 W. 57th St., New York; NY 10019. The most i ual‘heat that is released from: ture co enters the house, unlike the resid- questions will be answered in a fu Dear Ann:I am a 33-year-old divorced mother, engaged to a wonderful 42-year-old divorced man.I have known “Willis” for two years, and we plan to be married in three months. Thave asked Willis’ 21-year-old daughter to be my maid ofhonor, and he has asked his son to be the best man. The problem: Willis wants his ex-wife to attend the wedding. He says ifwe don't invite her, his children will be upset and mightrefuse to participate in Fireplace Two-TonePaint Solid Surface Countertops Tile & Hardwood Floors actuallyeat the food?T'm sure one. asenon ne pe ~ se wayto fill your stomach. Too bad you don’tsee the beauty ofthose what was eaten by the guests. extra touches. You're missing a lot ‘Americans are the most wasteful ofart” outof good food is ridiculous. 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Last Christmas, my father, who has a great sense ofhumor, announced, “When I die, you guys are going to get about15 cents.” Myeldest brother replied, “Each?” Westill laugh aboutit. — Ido not want this woman at my WYaaaiee ciation for art and beauty, Buster? portant, we learned the value of the ceremony. wedding. I was horrified by how strongly Willis defended his sug- New York Dear A.P.: Where’s your appre: ieee ened‘of Dear Ann: I hope you can stand one more letter about inheritances. Iam the youngest ofseven children. My parents will soon be celebrating their 55th wedding anniversary. My father worked hard all his life while my mother stayed home to raise the kids. Welived in a modest house and always had enough food on the table. 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