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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'maEuro- pean man living in Los Angeles. I use a dating app and the following situation has happened many times to me: We meet at a wine bar at 8 p.m. Kiss on the cheek, conversation. We order glasses of wine. She orders the most expen- sive. OK. Then she says, "Do you mind if 'we' order an appetizer? I'm starv- ing." She orders the most expensive appetizer. OK. She says, "My family comes from money." Then she says, "I'm meeting girlfriends for karaoke after, but I'm still hungry, so do you mind if 'we' order another appetizer?" OK. Then she says, "I need to use the restroom. Can you get the bill in the meantime?" OK. So, Amy, am I a gentle- man, or a sucker? —L.A.Confused DEAR CONFUSED » You ar- rived in L.A. a gentleman, and you've transitioned to a character in a noir movie. I understand that there is still some pressure for a man to pick up the check on a first date. The most gracious way for women to handle this is to offer to split the check. Many gentlemen will respond to this offer by turning it down — which allows the man to feel generous. Part of the problem might be that you are supplying a "dating" ex- perience to someone you are meeting for the first time. Perhaps you should see your first meeting as a meeting — not a "date." You could shake this up by skipping the wine bars and suggesting instead a stroll through a farmers market. Walking alongside someone and seeing how this person interacts in the real world is revealing — and fun. If the stroll goes well, you can progress to dinner. If you invite her out, you should pick up the check. DEAR AMY » I'm in my mid-20s and the man of my life is seven years old- er. We moved in together and love every minute we're in each other's presence. We had the talk about marriage and we are on the same page. He was once engaged, but things did not work out. He is scarred from that experience. He has commented that he wants me to propose to him. It might have started as a joke, but now I believe it is what he really wants. I come from a family where it is believed that the man is supposed to be the one to get down on bended knee, and I've dreamt of that day. It upsets me that I am suffering the conse- quences of his first failed engagement. How should I handle this situation? — Wondering Woman DEAR WONDERING » I have shared many happy sto- ries of women who have popped the question. Even if this turns your expectations upside down, it is something you should seriously consider. This is the perfect oppor- tunity for you to initiate a serious conversation, not on l y ab o ut t he p r op os al , but about marriage. May- be you could manage a joint proposal, where you propose to each other. A dating app changes one gentleman into a sucker 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 Aries(March21-April19) — Take a moment to consider all your options. Impatience will lead to mistakes and add to your stress. Concentrate on what you can do. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — By offering a little incentive, you will not only reach your goal, but you will become a popular leader. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Keep a close watch over your personal affairs. Don't rely on anyone to take care of your re- sponsibilities. An update to your appearance will improve life. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — You'll capture someone's inter- est with your down-to-earth approach to something quite unusual. A proposal or partner- ship will develop. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Your generosity will attract hangers-on. Be careful not to end up in debt trying to impress someone. Look inward and make personal changes that will promote confidence and security. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Discussion will be your fastest route to getting what you want. The information you acquire will enable you to embark on an enterprising venture and a promising future. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Keep the peace. A change may be necessary, but only when you are ready to launch your well- thought-out plans. Romance will ease your stress and help you make hard choices. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Bounce your ideas and plans off a friend or simpatico co- worker. The input you get will make whatever task you face more enjoyable and entertaining. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Explore avenues that show promise. It's OK to make changes that suit your needs. You can't always do what is best for others at your expense. Romantic plans are encouraged. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Don't let confusion set in. If there is something you don't understand, ask questions and find out what you need. An emotional plea will help you win someone's approval. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Emotions will be difficult to control if someone isn't sup- portive or helpful. Try to be pa- tient, but put an alternative plan in motion to counter a setback. Make romance an incentive. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — Avoid traveling or dealing with institutions or people who could make your life difficult. An old friend will give you a new lease on life. Take a walk down memory lane. Horoscope By Eugenia Last FRIDAY, April 8 FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 2016 REDBLUFFDAILYNEWS.COM |YOURDAILYBREAK | 3 B