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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»I'mamiddle- aged woman with no life! I was never a very social person growing up, and my ex-husband wasn't the friendly type (we've been divorced for 10 years). The last several years I was the primary caregiver for family mem- bers, so I got into the habit of go- ing straight to work and then rushing home to do the things that needed doing. Sadly the last of these family members passed away a year ago, but I'm still just going to work and coming straight home to a lonely, empty house. I never had children and I was always too busy to get to know the extend- ed family (aunts, cousins, etc.) They've made it clear that now that I'm alone they don't want anything to do with me. During the holidays I wasn't invited to any of the family get- togethers. And when I've issued invitations, they say we'll get together but we never do. My siblings live in other states. I know and want to join some classes like yoga and art courses, but I have the world's worst work schedule; some- times I work day shift, then mid-shift and even some nights. I never know what my days off are going to be until I receive my schedule. The company I work for frowns on employees being friends outside of work. Living in a small city doesn't offer a lot of opportuni- ties to find activities I can join. I haven't been on a date in well over a year or had a meal with someone in a restaurant in years. It's like I've forgotten how to live. A m y, I 'm so l o ne ly a nd pray every day for love and laughter to come into my home. What can I do to have a life? I do take vacations (alone) go out to eat (alone) and keep myself busy with reading and home projects, but isn't there more to life? Any realistic ideas or suggestions? —Lonely DEAR LONELY » I have three potential game- changing suggestions: Move to an apartment or into densely clustered housing in town. Get a dog. Join a gym that's open all-hours. You seem to be a very nice and friendly person. If you do the three things I suggest, your daily activities (going to get your mail, walking your dog, going to a class at the gym) will take you into glancing proximity to other people. Dogs, especially, are wonderful friend-makers between humans. DEAR AMY » I was so disappointed in your response to "Sarah," who objected to her daughter- in-law's behavior, class and breeding. "Breeding" is an important factor in behavior; so is class. — Disappointed DEAR DISAPPOINTED » "Sarah" disrespected the younger woman's ethnic- ity and culture. Referring to poor "breeding" was another way to express this lack of respect and was completely inappropriate. Lonely woman wants friends, doesn't know where to start 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 Pisces(Feb.20-March 20) — Reuniting with an old colleague who shares a common interest or goal with you will be prosperous. Aries (March 21-April 19) — High energy, charisma and piz- zazz, coupled with know-how, insight and the fortitude to get things up and running will draw attention. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Let your curiosity lead the way, and share your thoughts. Love is in the stars, and showing your emotions openly will entice someone special. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Invest in your skills, knowl- edge and ability to make money. Spend more time reaching your goals instead of helping some- one else get ahead. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Emotional sensitivity will put you in a unique position. You will be able to sense what others want or are thinking, allowing you to manipulate whatever situation you face. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Focus inward and do your best to explore and expand interests that will help you get ahead per- sonally or professionally. Invest in one of your ideas and watch it blossom. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — You'll get a window of op- portunity to present something you've longed to do for some time. Preparation is everything along with presentation. Cel- ebrate your success. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Indecisiveness will not help you win favors or coax people to support your efforts. Get your act together before you share your plans with anyone you'd like to have on your team. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Interacting with people from all walks of life will allow you to gather interesting data that can help give a unique twist to one of your current projects. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Don't let anyone coerce you into something you know you shouldn't be doing. Focus on home, family and improve- ments you can make to add comfort and convenience to your lifestyle. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Surprise everyone with your creativity at work and home, but also be sure to remain grounded in practicality. Someone who has qualities that balance your life will show interest. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — With a little discipline and a whole lot of hands-on work, you will accomplish your goals and make a significant differ- ence to people influenced by the changes you make. Horoscope By Eugenia Last TUESDAY, MARCH 8 TUESDAY,MARCH8,2016 REDBLUFFDAILYNEWS.COM |YOURDAILYBREAK | 3 B