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DILBERT ScottAdams PEARLSBEFORESWINE StephanPastis PICKLES BrianCrane BABYBLUES JerryScott&RickKirkman PHOEBEANDHERUNICORN DanaSimpson ZITS JerryScott&JimBorgman SHERMAN'SLAGOON JimToomey ARGYLESWEATER ScottHilburn BIZARRO DanPiraro DEARAMY»Mywifehas two part-time jobs. She works in retail marketing and she also works as a tutor for an ACT/SAT test prep service. I'm concerned about what happens when she gets home. She will go on and on about details re- garding her co-workers and their lives away from the store. Or she will cite spe- cific details about things that are hap- pening in her workplace. I feel that this is truly none of my business. I think she's compromising these people's privacy. It is totally inappropriate and a betrayal of the trust these co-workers have put in her. I've asked her many times not to share this in- formation, but she looks upon it as merely venting her frustrations of her respective positions. She also feels since I am her spouse, it is perfectly fine to tell me things, confi- dential or not. Amy, do you have any thoughts on this? Is it fair that these people who put their trust in her are be- ing betrayed behind their backs? —FingersinMyEars Aren't Enough DEAR FINGERS » Your wife no doubt thinks of her behavior as the answer to the question: "How was your day, honey?" You are implying that she is sharing proprietary information about her co-workers, clients and the students she is tutor- ing, but you don't present any specific evidence that her recitation is anything more than telling you stuff about her work and the people she works for and with. This sounds like a "Mars/Venus" situation to me. In a stereotypical example, a woman tries to create intimacy by "shar- ing" or venting, while the man is more comfortable "advising." I agree that your wife should be circumspect about her young tutoring clients, but telling you what they are like or de- scribing their challenges (for instance) doesn't sound like a breach of confidence (to me). If your wife is violat- ing her business's or her clients' legal and pro- priety information, then yes — she should stop. If she is telling you about the people she is working with or describing her current workplace chal- lenges and triumphs, then you should not shut her down. It sounds as if you are sick of listening to your wife talk. But that's an- other issue altogether. DEAR AMY » "Worried" has a pregnant sister-in- law who is addicted to Percocet. She should consider informing Child Protec- tive Services. Depending on the state's laws, CPS may get involved dur- ing the pregnancy and require drug testing to protect the fetus. Perhaps a prenatal visit from CPS will serve as a wake-up call to the father-to-be so that he stops dismissing as unimportant some- thing that could harm his child. — Deb in CO DEAR DEB » Thank you. Husband concerned that wife divulges too much in venting 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 Leo(July23-Aug.22)—Try not to be too hard on the people you work with. Something that comes easy to you may be a challenge for another. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Put an end to your association with negative people, issues and thoughts. It is hard to get ahead when you keep being dragged back. Free yourself. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — The more confident you are, the easier it will be to land your dream job. If you become well-versed in the field you are interested in, you will advance. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Be responsible and agreeable with the people you live with. Constant strife and discord will make things miserable for everyone. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — A romantic situation will not have the happy ending you envisioned. Don't be too quick to share your ideas. You can learn a lot by observing, listening and considering motives. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — You will discover something new about yourself if you talk to an older relative. Family history will open up avenues you never considered in the past. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Things will not go as planned. Don't become emotional when adjustments are required. A realistic, clear-minded approach will save you from heartache and wasted time. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — You have sound entrepre- neurial vision, making it vital to take every available opportunity to sell your ideas. You will soon find an ally or sponsor will- ing and able to help you move ahead. Aries (March 21-April 19) — Follow your dreams. You can make money if you are passionate about what you do. If you go over your investment portfolio, you will find some extra cash to help you pursue your goals. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Love is on the rise. Being emotional will work against you. Check out interesting events and activities, and shake things up by trying something new and inspiring. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — To make sure you are on equal ground where partnerships are concerned, get everything in writing. You could be left in the lurch if unanticipated changes disrupt your plans. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Fear of failure will cause you to stop short of the finish line. Your impressive ideas will win someone's interest, so go ahead with your unique approach. Horoscope By Eugenia Last SATURDAY, JULY 25 SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2015 REDBLUFFDAILYNEWS.COM |YOURDAILYBREAK | 7 B