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DILBERT ScottAdams PEARLSBEFORESWINE StephanPastis PICKLES BrianCrane BABYBLUES JerryScott&RickKirkman THEDUPLEX GlennMcCoy ZITS JerryScott&JimBorgman SHERMAN'SLAGOON JimToomey ARGYLESWEATER ScottHilburn BIZARRO DanPiraro DEARAMY»Iworkata busy hair salon as a styl- ist. I love my job and the salon where I work. I get along well with the other stylists. However, the stylist I work next to lets his clients bring a friend or two to stay with them while he does their hair. I can un- derstand if it is a child, but these are adults. These friends will plop them- selves down in another stylist's chair (usually mine) and converse the whole time during their appointment. They even, at times, bring food (the detritus of which is often left behind for me to clean). I'm as polite as I can be when I have to inform them that I need to have my chair for my clients and point out the recep- tion area, suggesting that they might be more com- fortable waiting there. Though most people will apologize and move, usually to another stylist's chair, some people actu- ally get angry that I've had the audacity to make that request. I've had some of his guests ask if maybe I could move! I've even had people walk in front of my clients while I'm working and just stand there between my client and the mirror. How would they like it if I brought my friends into their office to enjoy a pizza while I did business with another person in the company? I've attempted to talk to this other stylist, to no avail. What should I do? —Frustrated DEAR FRUSTRATED » If you politely correct peo- ple w hen you as k t hem to move, and your request bothers them — too bad. You should see if the salon owner can switch your chair to another station. Also ask the salon owner to enforce a no-eating rule at the hair-styling stations. It seems extremely un- sanitary, unappealing and faintly gross to eat while tiny pieces of hair (not to mention chemicals and other products) are set loose in the atmosphere. If you are trapped where you are and can't switch chairs, speak with the neighbor stylist again and remind him that you each rent your space, and that you don't want his clients' guests in your space. Perhaps a piece of colored tape on the floor marking the space from your chair to the mir- ror will serve as a visual reminder of the sanctity of your space. DEAR AMY » I'm re- sponding to "Want to do Right's" letter about wanting to apologize to his long-ago ex-girlfriend for treating her badly before he dies. I am an ex-girlfriend whose first love recently passed away from leukemia. We hadn't seen each other in more than 20 years. I would give anything to speak with him just one more time, to let him know I forgave him for how he treated me back then and that I always loved him. I hope this man reach- es out before it's too late. — Sad DEAR SAD » Me too. Hairstylistputsupwiththe large guest list of co-worker You can contact Amy Dickinson via email: askamy@tribpub.com and follow her on Twitter @askingamy. Amy Dickinson Ask Amy Sudoku Instructions:Theobjectistoplacethe numbers1to9intheemptysquaresso thateachrow,eachcolumnandeach 3x3boxcontainsthenumberonlyonce. AnswertoPreviousPuzzle CelebrityCipher ByLuisCampos Instructions:CelebrityCiphercryptogramsarecreatedfromquotationsbyfamouspeople, pastandpresent.Eachletterinthecipherstandsforanother. NEACrossword Aries(March21-April19)— It's important to focus on what you can do, not what you are unable to do. Be positive and make changes that encourage personal growth. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — If you embrace a challenge, you will make a lasting impression. Your ability to be diplomatic yet firm will give you the edge and put you in a position of power. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Keep your life simple and don't complicate matters by getting involved with people who don't share your beliefs or integrity. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Share your feelings and be willing to compromise. Love is encouraged, and making a romantic gesture will be well- received. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — A carefully thought-out and disci- plined approach will be unbeat- able. If you take pride in what you do, you will be recognized for your talent and ability to bring about positive change. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — A partnership is favored. Sharing your ideas and plans for the future will help you come to an agreement with someone you want to spend more time with. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Look for alternative ways to put your skills to good use. Don't be daunted by someone's negativ- ity or lack of help. Do your own thing and reap the rewards. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — You'll have an impact on the people you encounter. If you share your thoughts, the collaboration that unfolds will become a valuable venture. A romantic development will make your day. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Don't take the blame for someone else's mistake. Protect your reputation by being precise and honest. Don't be tempted by a lofty scheme. A physical risk will result in injury. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Make a financial change that ensures the absolute privacy of your personal affairs. One of your ideas will lead to a window of opportunity. Romance is encouraged. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Strive to be your best. Per- sonal growth will unfold if you read a self-help book or engage in something that updates your awareness or improves your look or appeal. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — The unfamiliar will draw you in. You'll be tempted to indulge in pastimes that can be costly. Protect your cash, physical health and reputation. A roman- tic opportunity is apparent. 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