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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»Ihavemytwo kids living at home with my husband and me. Our son is 25; our daughter is 23. Both are college grads with good jobs. I work and also do all the laundry and cook- ing. I don't mind having them home because I understand it is tough out there for young people. I have been charg- ing them each $100 a month for rent, including food, utili- ties, laundry services, and (because they are both under 26) health insurance. My daughter has no problem with this ar- rangement and she is very helpful around the house when I ask. My son, on the other hand, is not helpful at all and told me, "I'm not getting my money's worth for my $100." On top of that, he has on numerous occasions called me derogatory names. He has a totally dif- ferent personality with people outside our home, so no one but my hus- band and daughter truly know what he is like. I don't want to be treated like this. I need to fix this. But how? —FeelingUsed DEAR USED » You need to let your kids experience the world outside of your enabling embrace. Where I live, a room in a private home with shared bath and kitchen privileges can be rented for around $350/month. You can check your news- paper's classifieds section or Craigslist.com to see what the range is in your area. I suggest you begin the new year with a dose of reality. Tell your children that, starting in Febru- ary, the rent for each will rise by $50 every month until it is capped at $350 each. If they don't like it, tell them they have a month to find other hous- ing. Give your son a roll of quarters and a box of laundry soap as a going- away present. In terms of his treat- ment of you, you have not only tolerated this, but you have rewarded him. This will stop when you decide you have really had enough. DEAR AMY » I'm a senior in high school and am experiencing some friend- ship/relationship trou- bles. There's a guy from a different school that I've known for a while. We have many simi lar interests and values. We talk often, but I don't see him regularly. I've developed feelings for him, and I'm inter- ested in furthering my relationship with him. The only problem is that one of my close friends has expressed a very strong interest in him. I am private about this subject, but she has told many people about her feelings for him. The guy knows she likes him and has not expressed interest. What am I supposed to do? — Torn Friend DEAR TORN » Your friend is a blabbermouth. I think she will freak out no matter what you do, and so you should be your authentic self. Deal with the guy directly. Be quiet, discreet, and prepared. Rude son should be sent packing with a roll of quarters 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 Capricorn(Dec.22-Jan.19) — Tell people where you stand. Unless you voice your opinions, you will be told what to do and when to do it. It's up to you to maintain control of your life. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Don't let fear prevent you from heading in a new direction. If you are driven, you will ac- complish some amazing things. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — Your partner, family and friends value your time. Be vo- cal about your feelings for the people you love. A note or phone call will be a kind gesture. Aries (March 21-April 19) — If you share important informa- tion, you will discover that a confidante has ulterior motives. Don't disclose details that could be used against you. Listen. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Communicate with others and educate yourself. Upgrade your skills and apply for a better po- sition. Keep abreast of current trends and take advantage of a changing job market. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — A heated discussion will cause a rift with someone you are close to. Keep your emotions under control in order to avoid alienation. Time is on your side, but diplomacy is required. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Set goals and talk to people who can contribute to them, but get promises in writing. Someone will try to take advantage of you if you aren't precise. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Your personal life will benefit if you spend more time with the people who make you feel good. Consider a short trip or excursion. Change your environ- ment if you are seeking some enlightenment. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Someone in your circle will undermine you if you are too generous and accommodating. If you believe everything you hear, you will make an impracti- cal move. Get the facts. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Strive to reach your goals. An upsetting confrontation will distract you from making an im- portant decision that will affect your future. Keep the peace, but don't let it cost you. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Trust your judgment. What works for a friend or relative may not be the right thing for you. Use the information you gather, but modify your plans to suit your situation. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Exaggeration will back- fire. You are better off fairly pre- senting your case and refraining from making promises that you know you cannot honor. Better to be honest and offer less. Horoscope By Eugenia Last TUESDAY, JAN. 6 | YOURDAILYBREAK | REDBLUFFDAILYNEWS.COM TUESDAY, JANUARY 6, 2015 6 B