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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»Thecompany I worked for offered an early retirement pack- age. Since I am not old enough to draw on my pension I wou ld have to roll it all over. I discussed this with my wife, and we came to the conclusion that this would be OK. She said if I took this early retirement I could help her with her home-based business. I agreed and retired two years ago. The problem is that I have yet to receive any compensation for the help I give every day to her business. Did I miss something here? All I ask for is a little spending money each week. She has control of all the income, and treats it as hers and hers only. What should I do? If I leave this arrangement it would greatly reduce the income coming in from the business. Should I suck it up and keep begg- ing my wife for gas mon- ey until retirement age? I told her I was going to get a part-time job. She said if I do I will have to pay her rent or move out. Please give me some direction. —AngryandHurtin Iowa DEAR ANGRY » Control- ling the family's money and making you "beg" for every dollar of gas money is one hallmark of an abuser. Furthermore, your wife's threat to force you to pay rent or move out shows how desperate she is to control you. The way you describe it, this does not sound like a marital spat. This sounds like a way of life for her — and you should consider calling her bluff. Please see a lawyer to research your rights. Her threats may be very shortsighted and ultimately quite expensive for her. If you do move out, you could end up with half the home and a stake in the home-based business. If your name is on the deed, she cannot force you to pay rent. DEAR AMY » Recently I identified myself as a bi- sexual. I have been very confused about my sexu- ality all my life, but I feel happier now that I have come to this realization. I can be honest with myself before I go off to college and start a new life. While admitting that I am bisexual has taken a huge weight off my shoulders, a fresh weight has been placed back on when I think about telling my mother. Although my mother is a wonderful, loving woman, I'm afraid she wouldn't take me seri- ously if I told her about my bisexuality. Should I come out to her or never disclose this information? — Should My Mama Know? DEAR SHOULD » You pres- ent this as a choice be- tween extremes: Tell your mother now, or never tell her. I vote for the answer squarely in between: Tell her — later. Go to college, continue figuring things out and tell your mother about your sexual orien tation after your life is stable. This is your life. You get to do things according to your own timetable. Wife's stingy control on the family finances is abusive 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 Aries(March21-April19)— Too much time spent hanging around the house will not help you get ahead. Give in to your playful side. Get together with friends or make plans. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — You will make positive strides if you are determined and dedi- cated. Self-discipline will ensure steady progress. Special plans will enhance a relationship. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — You will face trouble when it comes to some of your deci- sions. A sense of achievement will give you incentive to take on a new challenge. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Keep an eye on your wallet and ensure that your valuables and assets are secure. Go through your personal paperwork. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Take a realistic look at your rela- tionships. If you are bored or in a rut, consider what it will take to bring you greater happiness and satisfaction, and get to work. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Someone will try to ruin your reputation. Keep all of your business dealings open and aboveboard. Any questionable choices will put you in a vulner- able position. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Add some excitement to your routine. Attend a course that appeals to your artistic and creative interests. The ability to express yourself in a differ- ent medium will bring you satisfaction. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Unanticipated home or personal expenses will put a strain on your budget. Don't ignore your financial position. Take care of any problems using cost-efficient methods. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Disappointment with regard to important partner- ships should best be dealt with quickly. Leading someone on or making promises you don't keep will make matters worse. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — You have the zest and vigor to accomplish everything you set out to do. Make plans for some enjoyable leisure time with people you like. You de- serve some fun. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — The more you travel and com- municate with others, the more knowledgeable you will become. The assortment of ideas with which you come into contact will help you shape your own convictions. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — Don't let anyone push you around. You will be frustrated if you refuse to stand up for your- self. Let others know what you will and will not tolerate. Horoscope By Eugenia Last THURSDAY, MARCH 26 THURSDAY,MARCH26,2015 REDBLUFFDAILYNEWS.COM |YOURDAILYBREAK | 3 B