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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»Ihavebeen divorced since 2010. I am remarried and have four adult children. My issue is with my family. My ex and I bare ly tolerate each other. We do not speak except about the children and only via text. Even though we are uncomfort- able being in each other's company, my family continues to invite the ex to family dinners. I have expressed that I do not want him at family din- ners. It hurts me. He was less than an ideal husband, but my family refuses to believe that. I hid much of his bad behavior from them dur- ing the marriage. I can accept that he will be at events for our children. But I do not want to see him every time I go to my family's for a Sunday dinner. My family thinks that I should "suck it up" and "put on my big girl pants" and accept that he is their friend. They say I am being unreasonable. Am I being unreasonable? Is it nor- mal to have the ex-spouse at all family dinners? My current husband is also very uncomfortable. He and my ex don't speak. —Uncomfortable DEAR UNCOMFORTABLE » When a marriage breaks up, it can be hard on extended family, which form bonds with an ex. Even so — it is family members who really need to "put on their big girl pants" in order to realize that family relationships need to adjust when mar- riages end. All the same, your family is not respecting you and are basically telling you that they have no intention of changing their friendship with your ex. So now the choice is yours. If you don't want to spend time with your ex (understandable), you will also not be spending time with your family. DEAR AMY » My office hired a new employee tthat I'm attracted to. We have become great friends and enjoy the other's company greatly. I've never been so drawn to someone. I think about him all the time. The problem is that he has a girlfriend, but I don't know how serious it is because he's never mentioned her name. I've tried to tell myself to get over him and move on, but my affections grow stronger every day. He's everything I've been looking for and we have such a strong connection. I've kept my attraction hidden because I don't want to make him feel awkward, but it's getting harder. What should I do? — Heartsick DEAR HEARTSICK » First, check your employee handbook for guidelines about office relationships. If you are his supervisor, for instance, you should crush your crush and re- treat to the friend zone. If you are not violat- ing any rules, then you should gather up the nerve to inquire about his status. Say, "Hey, it's fun hanging out with you. Are you available? It would be great to get together outside of work." If he is unavailable, he'll tell you. Someone in the family will have to wear 'big girl pants' 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 Virgo(Aug.23-Sept.22) — Strive to stay on good terms with colleagues. Avoid of- fice gossip and be patient and understanding, regardless of the circumstances. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Plan to have fun and stray from your usual routine. A pleasure trip, romantic liaison or other form of entertainment should be scheduled. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Emotional dust-ups will develop if you neglect a close connection. Don't let this stop you from engaging in an invest- ment opportunity. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — If someone offers you help, you should accept it. It's unrealistic to think that you can do everything on your own. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Turn your dreams into reality and add to your earning poten- tial. The time is right to revive an idea that didn't work for you in the past due to poor timing. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Don't let anyone talk you out of something you desire. Be clear about your intentions. Your plan may be bewildering to oth- ers, but in the end, victory will be yours. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — Make a positive improvement to your living arrangements. Renovating, redecorating or relocating will be invigorating. Differences of opinion with authority figures are likely. Aries (March 21-April 19) — You won't make an impres- sion sitting on the sidelines. Be a participant, not an observer. Assertiveness and positive thinking are powerful tools that will bring you encouragement and support. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Strengthen your career prospects by embracing new skills. Seminars or workshops will increase your knowledge and introduce you to people who are interested in what you have to offer. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — You have options. If you focus your energy and follow your instincts, you will end up on the right path. You will hear from someone who respects you and your accomplishments. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Focus on your future security. Scrutinize and update monetary, legal, insurance or medical re- cords to ensure that everything is in good standing. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — A serious heart-to-heart chat will strengthen your ties with some- one you need by your side. Work changes are imminent. Your at- tention to detail and versatility are a winning combination. 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