Issue link: https://www.epageflip.net/i/697800
DILBERT ScottAdams PEARLSBEFORESWINE StephanPastis PICKLES BrianCrane BABYBLUES JerryScott&RickKirkman THEDUPLEX GlennMcCoy ZITS JerryScott&JimBorgman SHERMAN'SLAGOON JimToomey ARGYLESWEATER ScottHilburn BIZARRO DanPiraro DEARAMY»Iamawom- an who has been divorced for three years. While I did instigate the divorce, we were both unhappy and it was amicable. I've been in a relation- ship with a kind, support- ive man for two years. He doesn't live in my hometown, so we travel to see each other. He is also recently divorced, and when I met him he was having a hard time adjusting. It was a long time before he was ready to meet my family. He is much better now and has a good relation- ship with my children. The problem is my sib- lings and my mother. They act distant to- ward us. Also I'm not here to help with elder care as much as my siblings, and they resent me for it. My boyfriend is not in- cluded in family celebra- tions, but my ex-husband is often invited. My ex is not invited to every gath- ering, but even when he is not, my boyfriend is also not invited. They do not appear to want to give my new boy- friend a chance, and he has done nothing wrong. It hurts my feelings. How should I handle this problem? —Resentful DEAR RESENTFUL » You note that it was a "long time" before your boy- friend was ready to meet your family — perhaps they are aware and are reacting to his wariness. You should also as- sume that they simply do not know him well. I gather you are spending time traveling to be with him when you could be helping family members. This is a possible reason your family members have not been welcom- ing. They may see this relationship as taking precedence over your responsibilities. The solution is for him to spend time with you in your familial setting, and for the two of you to step up to integrate into your family's life by being help- ful caregivers. You should invite your family to join you two for casual out- ings, as well as holidays, so they can see that you two are really committed to being reliable family members. DEAR AMY » I work in a multi-tenant office build- ing. There are several women who work on my floor who talk on their cellphones the entire time while using the restroom. I ca nn ot u nd er st a nd how someone would want another person to hear what they are doing in the restroom. It is likely that the person on the other end of the phone may also hear what I and others are doing too. I find this behavior inappropriate and incon- siderate. Can you suggest how to address this? — Prefer to Pee in Private DEAR PREFER » Everybody knows that toilet time is texting time. Why make (or take) calls? You might make your own statement by doing some conspicuous toilet flushing. When you are washing your hands, call out to the occupied stalls, "Can you take your calls in the hallway, please?!" I'm sure readers will enjoy weighing in. Woman wants her family members to include her guy 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 Cancer(June21-July22) — Don't let your emotions take charge. If changes need to be made in order for you to be happy, do whatever it takes. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Your keen perception and willingness to make changes to appease others will win you favors. A new position will give you an opportunity to make a fresh start. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — A change in direction will turn out better than you anticipated. Your help will be appreciated and rewarded. Romance will un- fold if you make the first move. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Use your imagination to help you reach a goal. Your experience and skills will put you in a good position to advance. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Observation will lead you to the information you require to make your next move. Network- ing will give you the platform you need to show off your creative skills. Make romance a focus. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Steer clear of anyone trying to goad you into spending money or getting involved in a questionable affair. You have to make choices that will lead to your success. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Make your move. Explore an enticing investment. The in- formation you pick up will come from an unusual source. Don't let your emotions dictate your decision. Use common sense. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Keep the peace, regard- less of what others say. You will get better results with intelli- gence than with force. Personal changes will give you a boost. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — Be forthcoming with information, or you may be criticized for not sharing. A passionate offer will be difficult to turn down. Consider the possibilities and make neces- sary adjustments. Aries (March 21-April 19) — You will learn something new from someone trying to dismantle your plans. You will outsmart whoever gets in your way if you use your intelligence and discipline. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Don't divulge secrets or personal information. Look for a constructive way to move forward. Learn from experience and use your knowledge to ad- vance. Celebrate your victory. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Easy does it. Don't fall into a trap. Someone will be promot- ing an event or activity that will end up costing you. Trust in yourself, not in others. Horoscope By Eugenia Last TUESDAY, JUNE 28 TUESDAY,JUNE28,2016 REDBLUFFDAILYNEWS.COM |YOURDAILYBREAK | 3 B