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Should I just add her friends and then hunker down with my privacy settings? —SocialNetwork Awkwardness DEAR AWKWARD » There is no "right" way to use Facebook. Many people use social media mainly for professional purposes, others are very private, while others post a stream of personal disclo- sure for all the world to enjoy (or endure). In my experience, despite their reputation for blurring public and private, users in your age group tend to be cautious about what they share. I don't believe it is mean or rude to ignore a "friend request." Your sister doesn't get to tell you how to have your own relationships. If she wants to retaliate to punish you, then yes — I agree that you should tell her to have at it. DEAR AMY » My friend and I need your advice regard- ing her husband "Greg." We are all part of a group that meets frequently. Over the past year, one of the women in the group, "Susan," started to monopolize Greg's time. She tries to sit next to him and corners him for conversations. My friend brought this up with her husband but he accused her of being "controlling." This weekend I noticed that Susan and Greg were in the kitchen while the rest of us were in the din- ing room. She was playing him a video. Susan does not have similar encoun- ters with others. My friend feels hurt. Susan's husband seems oblivious. Greg is other- wise a loving husband. I don't know what to tell my friend. Should she bring it up again? — Observer DEAR OBSERVER » I'm as- suming that your friend is not unilaterally jealous. She might be overreact- ing, but in a healthy mar- riage, partners should be sensitive to one another's occasional freak-outs. Be- cause "Greg" knows that this attention bothers his wife, his kindest response when "Susan" is sharing a video with him should be, "My wife would love this. Honey — have you seen this one?" If your friend's Spidey sense tells her that something is brewing, she sho uld r aise this aga in with her husband. Sisters engage in a war over good social media etiquette 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 Sagittarius(Nov.23-Dec. 21) — Exaggeration will make you look bad. Stick to facts and be open about your motives. No one can fault you for being honest. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Look at the big picture and the trends that are form- ing. Prepare to head into the upcoming year ready to take on whatever comes your way. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Your involvement in the hustle and bustle that take place this time of year will encourage you to take on more responsibility. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — Limitations will set in if you have taken on too much. Steer clear of people or deals that are too good to be true. Aries (March 21-April 19) — Unfinished business will leave you feeling anxious and unable to enjoy the festive season. Don't say anything if you don't have something nice or positive to share. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Take note of what transpired this year. There is a lesson you can learn and information you can apply that will help you take advantage of similar circumstances. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — You'll end up being a scapegoat if you aren't careful. Don't claim to be able to do something you can't. It's important to be upfront about your feelings and abilities. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Enjoy life, live in the moment and put friends and family first. Do a little shopping and engage in talks that lead you down memory lane. Romance is in the stars. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Discipline and hard work along with compassion and generosity will put you in a prime posi- tion. Network with colleagues and pay close attention to any upcoming job openings. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — An interesting talk with some- one from a different background will spark your imagination and spur curiosity about a joint ven- ture. A personal or professional partnership looks promising. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — A last-minute change of plans can be expected. Don't let others' actions ruin your plans. Attend an event or activity even if you have to go alone. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — It's a good time to make per- sonal changes that will update your appearance and give your morale a boost. Romance is in the stars. Don't be shy; share your intentions with someone special. 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