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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»Forthepast two years I have been in love with a wonderful woman. When we met she explained that she was good friends with a man she met 16 months before. They had a sexual relationship, but she decided it would end. However, after making this deci- sion, they fell back into sex while on a combined family vacation. She has always claimed that while dating me, she has not wanted to have a sexual relationship but only a friendship with him. She speaks with him daily, sometimes sleep- ing over at each other's house, including her children (ages 23, 16 and 12). Her children and he are close. Her oldest hangs out with him and his friends at parties. I have decided to accept this relationship, even though I don't understand it. I struggle often with my relation- ship with her children. I have been in educa- tion for more than 25 years. I will sleep over on Saturday, with her children and their friends present, and then on the next day, he is over doing the same. I feel confused about understanding her rela- tionship with him and how "ours" is affecting her children. She explains that this is normal and I am being petty. Please advise. —Relationship Confused DEAR CONFUSED » Let me spell this out for you. Your woman is engaged in an intimate relationship with her male friend, and whether or not it is sexual at this point, it seems to be more intimate than the one she has with you. And by the way, people don't "fall into sex" on vacation the way you fall into the lake. Choices are being made that are explained away as accidents. What she is propos- ing is something like an "open" relationship, where she can have two intimate partners. You should realize this and either get on board or get out. As it is, she is gas- lighting you by insisting that something you don't like and don't understand is "normal." It might be normal for her, and she seems to be teaching her children that it is normal for them, but if you don't like it, then that's all that counts. Do not ask her to choose between you (she won't) — but do leave the relationship if you don't like its current structure. DEAR AMY » I'm respond- ing to the letter from "Di- vided Family." I want him to know that sometimes a family estrangement is best for everyone. It's been 13 years since I last spoke to my Dad and I'm better off without him and his issues. — Still Grieving DEAR GRIEVING » I've also dealt with family estrangement. It is quite painful, and, unfortunate- ly, quite common. Man's partner has intimate relationship with another You can contact Amy Dickinson via email: askamy@tribpub.com and follow her on Twitter @askingamy. 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Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Get involved in an activity that will tire you out and make you feel you have accomplished some- thing. Indulgence is the enemy. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Travel or make a point to experience something that will broaden your awareness and give you reason to make benefi- cial personal changes. Romance will improve your life. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Don't worry about what others do. Focus on the things you enjoy and the people you love to spend time with. Personal change may not be wanted, but it will be beneficial. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — An emotional encounter will upset your plans. Patience and tolerance will be required if you plan to work on some- thing creative or family-ori- ented. Romance is your best alternative. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Don't be afraid to show emotion or be perfectly honest about your feelings. It's best to clear the air so that you can move ahead with your plans. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Reverse psychology will help you get approval for the chang- es you want to make at home or to personal papers, contracts or settlements. A romantic plan will help you keep the peace. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — A goal-oriented approach coupled with high energy and a passionate heart will give you the drive you need to excel. Don't let anyone or anything discourage you. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — While traveling, delays, discord or misunderstandings can be expected. You are best off sticking to familiar places and people. Romance will ease your stress. Aries (March 21-April 19) — A little effort will go a long way. Sign up for events, classes or activities that will challenge you physically. A positive personal change on your part will help someone you love. Horoscope By Eugenia Last SATURDAY, APRIL 30 SATURDAY, APRIL 30, 2016 REDBLUFFDAILYNEWS.COM |YOURDAILYBREAK | 5 B