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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»Myfianceand I are getting ready to be married. We've already decided on choosing a new last name together and using our previous surnames as a middle name. The names we're pondering are from fam- ily lines, so it's something with history. I'm won- dering when (and how) to tell certain members of our family about the change? Since I'm the girl in the relationship my family was already expecting me to change my name (which is so sexist), but my fiance's grandparents might be a little upset, knowing he's taking a new name. Thoughts? —NewNamein New Jersey DEAR NEW NAME » Steel yourself for the pos- sibility that your name change will be greeted with reactions ranging from bewilderment to contempt. "It's OK — we chose something from history" is just not going to cut it with Grammy. Your family members might also wonder what the heck you're thinking, because if you are choos- ing a surname from a family line, then why not keep the family surname you already have, and ask your fiance to adopt it? Don't discuss this with anyone until you and your guy choose your new name and thoroughly research the reality of assuming a new iden- tity. States seem to differ on what is required to change your name; legally it is quite easy, but chang- ing all official documents and financial accounts can be a hassle. Marrying is a mark of mature adulthood. Choos- ing to change the sur- name by which you will be known for the rest of your life is a momentous decision. It is absolutely within your rights to make this choice, and y ou sh o ul d gr ee t ev e r y query with a very simple explanation. Prepare yourselves to answer questions, some of which might seem intrusive and rude. Family members should eventually adjust to your choice. If they refuse to adjust, it's their problem, not yours. DEAR AMY » Your response to "Uneasy" was ridicu- lous. The poor girl was worried about a visit from her Nazi sympathizer cousin, and you wanted to force her to tolerate the intole rab le. You need to rethink and apologize for this recommendation. — Disgusted DEAR DISGUSTED » Scores of readers on both sides of the political spectrum hated my response to "Uneasy," where I urged the writer to consider tolerating the cousin, who was coming to visit. Several points: I believe the person who wrote the question was a young man, not a woman. I further assumed that the writer was young, and perhaps unsure about the cousin's political views (Unsure didn't report any direct knowledge). I wondered if these two cousins might both be laboring under mis- conceptions about the other. They would only find out if they met. Familymightstrugglewith last names for newlyweds 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 Gemini(May21-June20) — You'll need to be steadfast when faced with temptation. Don't give in to other people's opinions or get involved in something you cannot afford. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Socialize, network and share your unique ideas. You'll entertain others and encounter interesting information along the way. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Taking care of the needs of children, elders or those who cannot fend for themselves will be satisfying and change the way you live your life. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Socializing will prove informa- tive and will help you climb out of your shell. A reunion will reconnect you with someone. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — You can accomplish a lot if you set your mind to it. Don't procrastinate when there is so much to gain by taking action. If you are the instigator, you will control what unfolds. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Keep your ideas flowing and put them into action. Don't be afraid to follow a dream if it will quell sad or depressing thoughts. Sagittarius (Nov. 23- Dec. 21) — You don't have to overspend or take on too much in order to impress people. Do something that will make your life better or easier. Alter what isn't working in your personal life. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — If you listen to other people's ideas, you will discover a solu- tion to something you've been working on at a snail's pace. It's time to get in gear and move forward. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Open your home to friends and family, or host an event that will bring in extra cash. Holding a garage sale or parting with things that are weighing you down is encouraged. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — Don't lose sight of your goals. Temptation is everywhere, and falling into a position that helps someone else instead of you will not get you where you want to go. Aries (March 21-April 19) — Set aside some time to nurture an important partnership. Com- promise will be required to keep the peace and approach getting what you want. Money matters can be resolved. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Step outside your comfort zone and try something new. Don't be afraid to show your emotions. A passionate approach to an important relationship will work wonders. Horoscope By Eugenia Last THURSDAY, JUNE 16 THURSDAY,JUNE16,2016 REDBLUFFDAILYNEWS.COM |YOURDAILYBREAK | 3 B