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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»Iamstuck in a no-win situation. Two years ago I ended my marriage after five years with "John" when I met my (now) partner "Jane," who is a police officer. The last two years have been a roller coaster, as John and Jane do not like each other. John stayed an involved father, making sure our sons were taken care of and visiting them whenever he could. Meanwhile Jane was trying to prove that she could take John's place and provide all the same love, care and material possessions that John could, while also rubbing John's nose in it when- ever possible. Six months ago, I was awarded sole custody of my two sons when I was injured in an accident and Jane filed a police report saying that John came to our home while drunk and beat me up (this didn't actually happen). Jane's relative represented me in family court and very quickly filed the motion through the court, barring any contact between my sons and their dad on the grounds of domestic violence and alcoholism. I feel very sorry and guilty for everything that Jane has put John through, but I am afraid that if I show any remorse for John, Jane will take that as a personal attack. How can I show Jane that she does not need to continue trying to prove to me that she can replace John? —Stuck DEAR STUCK » You are not stuck. If your account of events is accurate, you have made a series of choices to be in a relationship with some- one who (according to you) has abused her position in law enforce- ment and — along with your lawyer (and you) — committed fraud. Your young sons are pawns in this illegal, unethical and very dangerous game. Your efforts at this point should be pointed toward exiting safely from this relationship. Your ex-husband's parental rights should be restored and you should make things right. "Jane" is dangerous and should not be trusted to serve in any capacity where she has the ability to use the justice system to punish people and further her own personal goals. She and her relative should take their own journey through the courts — as defendants. DEAR AMY » Thank you for your compassion toward "Respectfully Disrespected," the transgender teen. I have one concern: I hope this teenager does not rush into surgery. This step should only be taken after lots of counseling and research into the impact of this irreversible choice. — Concerned DEAR CONCERNED » I agree. Thank you. Marital mess leads to fraud, deceit and abuse of power You can contact Amy Dickinson via email: askamy@tribpub.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 Scorpio(Oct.24-Nov.22) — Gambling and lending must be avoided. Financial gains look positive, but independent ven- tures will be much more reward- ing than joint investments. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Volunteering for your community or another worthy cause will be fulfilling and lead to strong connections with like- minded people. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Your creative abili- ties, coupled with your strong intuition, will allow you to put a personal stamp on an important business venture. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Your charm and charisma are strong. You will be able to convert others to your way of thinking. Enjoy the limelight. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — Resist the urge to tell others how to solve their personal problems. Be sympathetic, but withdraw if you are asked to take sides, or you will end up with one less friend. Aries (March 21-April 19) — You will meet someone who can turn your life around. Sign up for group activities or social events to maximize your chances to meet a compatible partner. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Don't get caught slacking on the job. Your reputation will suffer if you don't put your best effort forward today. Stay away from negative colleagues trying to waste your time. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Your outgoing nature will encourage mixing business with pleasure. Hosting a gather- ing with neighbors, peers and friends can be successful if you don't overspend or overindulge in the process. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — You have personal flair and a vivid imagination, and the more people you share your ideas with, the better. A new ac- quaintance will provide the key to an interesting moneymaking venture. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Don't expect family members to agree with your plans. Get in- volved in an activity with friends or colleagues and keep your relatives at arm's length today in order to avoid squabbles. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Personal problems are best dealt with swiftly. Rid yourself of the people or situations that are causing you pain. The longer you postpone the inevitable, the harder it will be. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Attending a social event will open a doorway to interesting partnerships. You have the skills and intelligence, so don't be shy. Enjoy the company of others. 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