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DILBERT ScottAdams PEARLSBEFORESWINE StephanPastis PICKLES BrianCrane BABYBLUES JerryScott&RickKirkman THEDUPLEX GlennMcCoy ZITS JerryScott&JimBorgman SHERMAN'SLAGOON JimToomey ARGYLESWEATER ScottHilburn BIZARRO DanPiraro DEARAMY»Myyoung- est grandson, "Jamie," is 3 years old. He and his family live out of state, so we only see him two times a year. Jamie wears jeans and T-shirts, but his parents have let his hair grow to shoulder length. People see him and say, "What a cute little girl." His hair is blond and wavy, so Jamie does look like a cute girl. Jamie gets upset when people think he's a girl. His parents tell him that people think anyone with long hair is a girl. His mom wants to save his curls because his hair really is beautiful. I suggested that his mom cut a lock of hair to save and then get him a boy's haircut. With all the talk of transgender kiddies, this could be rough on little Jamie. Being a kid and fitting in is hard enough, but I don't think they care if Jamie is "differ- ent." Should I butt out or should I go to bat for sweet Jamie? —LovingGrandmom DEAR GRANDMOM » "Ja- mie's" parents shouldn't care if he is "different." And in this day and age, you would have to ask, "Different from what?" There is no one way to be. If this child doesn't like his hair long, I sug- gest his parents hide the scissors, because there isn't a 3- or 4-year-old in the world who hasn't en- joyed giving him/herself that first lopsided haircut. You've already ex- pressed yourself. Now you should stay out of it. DEAR AMY » A few weeks ago I met a wonderful, divorce d fat her of tw o. We were on the same flight back to our home state after spending the Thanksgiving holiday with parents, who happen to live a few miles apart. The connection was brief but instant — from when our eyes met. We exchanged numbers and never stopped speaking or seeing each other for a month. I sensed something was amiss as he was not in contact as much. We met for coffee and he in- formed me that an ex had texted him. He said he was torn and did not feel comfortable dating more than one person. I was not OK being in limbo. He continued to reach out, saying he was missed speaking, but did not have answers as to whether it was me or her. Against my heart's will, I told him I'd be removing myself from the situation. It has now been two weeks of silence. I truly felt that he was the one. Am I naive to cling onto hope that he'll return? — Waiting DEAR WAITING » You should not spend one more moment trying to predict this man's chances with his ex. You knew him for a few weeks. Your relation- ship with him never really got off the ground. Do not cling to hope if you can help it. Lick your wounds, read Mary Oliver poetry, take long walks, and know that if it's meant to be, it will be. Thwarted romance makes philosophers and poets out of all of us. Grandma worries grandson looks like a granddaughter 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 Aquarius(Jan.20-Feb. 19) — Look for a practical way to help others. You have more to offer than you realize. A vocational change will stabilize your personal life and boost your confidence. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — Take one step at a time. Don't feel pressured by someone who is impatient. Being practi- cal will avert loss and lessen risk. Go at your own speed. Aries (March 21-April 19) — Look at the possibilities and make things happen. Don't let what others do or say prevent you from following your dream. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — If you try something new, you will improve your life. Romance is on the rise, and making plans with someone will bring results. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Taking on a challenge will lead to healthier choices and improve your physical well-being. Your accomplishment will be noticed, and you will be encouraged to reach your goal. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Show interest in what other people are doing. Your interest and input will bring you closer together and lead to a collabo- ration that could become quite profitable. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Strive to bring about change and add a little excitement to your life. Your ability to get things done with finesse and bravado will be entertaining and will draw influential attention. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Tread carefully when dealing with sensitive matters. Not everyone will like your disci- plined, practical way of dealing with things. Be conscientious of others. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Listen to complaints and offer solutions. Taking matters into your own hands will em- power you to move in a direction that suits your abilities. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Discuss your ideas with someone who always gives you a unique point of view. You may not completely agree, but something will tweak your imagination and help you move forward. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Too much spending, indulging and overreacting will lead to trouble. You are best off staying at home and avoiding any situation that will put you in a vulnerable position. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Share your findings with others. By taking the lead, you will control the outcome and impress someone you love. Romance is encouraged. Horoscope By Eugenia Last THURSDAY, FEB. 4 THURSDAY,FEBRUARY4,2016 REDBLUFFDAILYNEWS.COM |YOURDAILYBREAK | 3 B