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DILBERT ScottAdams PEARLSBEFORESWINE StephanPastis PICKLES BrianCrane BABYBLUES JerryScott&RickKirkman GETFUZZY DarbyConley ZITS JerryScott&JimBorgman SHERMAN'SLAGOON JimToomey ARGYLESWEATER ScottHilburn BIZARRO DanPiraro DEARAMY»Ihavetwo friends who happen to be cousins to each other — "Carmen" and "Angela." Angela has been dating her boyfriend, "Jose," for about three years. She talks about marriage. I don't think he's a good guy but I don't know if I should tell her. He has cheated on Angela with her cousin Carmen. He even spent a whole week- end with Carmen when Angela was away. I wish Carmen hadn't told me this. She has put me between a rock and a hard place. I've repri- manded her many times and have made sure she never talks to him again (as far as I know). I've asked Carmen to come clean with Angela but she is afraid to. She feels bad about what she did, and no longer talks to Jose. She ignores his messages and calls. I don't know what to do. Angela does not deserve this but Carmen is my friend, and I would have to out her if I let Angela know about what happened. What should I do? —Desperatetobea Good Friend DEAR DESPERATE » First I want you to grab the first "10-foot pole" you see. Then you should use it to distance yourself from this mess. You have done your best to intervene, for the sake of the family and these friends you care so much about. But this is a family thing, and you should tell yourself you've tried your hardest, and then you should definitely let it go. DEAR AMY » My mother (dead now 18 years) left two rings for me to pass down to her only grand- children (my brother's son and daughter). To get my brother to cooperate with Mom's will, the executor (my husband) told him we would pass the rings on when his children turned 18 (they are now 18 and 20). I have not had a rela- tionship with my brother or his children for over 15 years. When I try to contact my niece and nephew I get grief from their parents. I have been threatened with lawsuits. I am left with the ques- tion of what to do with the rings. I will probably never have a relationship with my niece or nephew but still have pangs of guilt about not following my mother's wishes. — Guilt-ridden Daughter DEAR DAUGHTER » Your guilt is your guide. If your mother wanted for her grandchildren to have these rings, you should honor her wishes. You should pass these rings along, because it is the right thing to do. Contact these family members — your brother and also your niece and nephew. Use a neutral tone. Tell them, "I have these rings from 'Mom's' estate, and I would really like to pass them along. I know this is what Mom wanted. Please let me know the best way." You will feel better — and the ball will be in their court. Woman needs 10-foot pole to navigate messy friendship You can contact Amy Dickinson via email: askamy@tribune.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 Sagittarius(Nov.23-Dec. 21) — A friend asking for per- sonal advice is likely to blame you for meddling if you make suggestions. Don't get involved or take sides. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Stay active and in control. New beginnings may tempt you, but they will end up being disappointments. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Consider your options. Assess your talents and focus on en- deavors that would make good use of your skills. A part-time job will help pay expenses. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — You can find interesting and compatible companions if you attend events or community activities. Involve yourself with a cause you care about. Aries (March 21-April 19) — Attending professional meetings or functions will enable you to sharpen your people skills and interact with your superiors. Career advancement is likely if you show how responsible and forthright you can be. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — This is not a good time to deal with government agencies or institutions. Your loved ones will have a lot to say if you invest in something without consulting them first. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Stand your ground. Trying to please everyone will not help you get ahead. You shouldn't feel guilty about concentrat- ing on your own priorities. Do what's best for you. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Don't take criticism or negative remarks to heart. Overreacting or becoming incensed about someone else's opinions will turn out to be a waste of time. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Spend time with your mate or close family or friends. Your generosity will not go unnoticed, and your charisma will draw everyone to your side. Romance is in the stars. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — You'll get along better with new acquaintances than you will with relatives today. Take this opportunity to cultivate friend- ships that are beneficial and bring you joy. Be attentive. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Uphold any commitment you've made to your employer, peers or family. Don't allow your emo- tions to overshadow what needs to be done. Do whatever it takes to avoid discord. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Financial gains are appar- ent. Look at your plans and go over every detail. Once you are satisfied with your strategy, you should present and promote what you have to offer. Horoscope By Eugenia Last TUESDAY, DEC. 9 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2014 REDBLUFFDAILYNEWS.COM |YOURDAILYBREAK | 3 B