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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»Iama 30-year-old professional woman who owns her own home, has a stable career and lives a couple states away from my parents. My boyfriend and I have been dating for more than a year and have decided to move in together. We have had very candid conversa- tions about when we'd like to get married, dis- cussed financials, having children, etc. We feel we're in a great space to move in together, but my parents are completely against this and would be incredibly disappointed to find out we made the move. I've never been rebel- lious against my parents' wishes, but I don't think it's reasonable to wait until we're married to live together. I should also add we will not be able to afford the wedding my parents expect us to have unless we can figure out a bet- ter budget, which living together will help with. I'm torn between do- ing what I know is right for me and my boyfriend and not "disobeying" my parents. I'd love advice from you and your readers. —Caughtinthe Middle DEAR CAUGHT » It is possible to respectfully disagree with your folks, and to carry on living your own life, knowing that some of your choices may disappoint them. If this is the first time in your life that you risk disappointing them, then you're about 20 years later than most of us. Your parents must be very powerful people. I assume that you love them very much. But your lack of prior experience could be why this is so difficult, now. If you and your boy- friend have solid plans to get married, then perhaps you should get officially engaged. This might make things more toler- able for your folks (maybe not — do not get engaged for their sake). What you shouldn't do is to hide this from them. You also should not entwine this choice with your statement that saving money on hous- ing now would permit you to have the wedding your folks want you to have later. That argument rings hollow, even to me. Don't insult your folks by going there. Tell your parents. React calmly and lovingly if they act out. Accept that this is hard for them. And then go ahead and live your life the way you want to. DEAR AMY » How do you feel about tipping hairstylists who work for themselves? — Unsure in Indiana DEAR UNSURE » I feel re- ally good about it. My own rule is to tip anyone who has to touch me as part of their job. This includes the owner (if the owner is also the Amy-toucher). If you have a question about this, ask the recep- tionist when you make the appointment, "Does Denny accept tips?" You will be told that it is not expected, but appreciated. 30-year-old doesn't need her parents' permission for move 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) — It's a good day to make home improvements or host a get- together. You will be offered suggestions and help regarding a project you want to undertake. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — You'll thrive on change and the conditions that surround it. Your enthusiasm may not please everyone. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — It will be easy for you to persuade others to do things your way, as long as you realize you have to offer something in return. A romantic encounter will improve your day. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Don't let a bad decision cost you financially. Listen to the voice of reason when it comes to situa- tions you face at home. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Make special plans for you and someone you love to spend time with. A brief vacation or constructive activity will bring good results. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Make the changes you want to see happen at home instead of letting someone else call the shots. Emotional manipulation will not help solve disputes. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Question any changes that someone wants to bring about that will affect you personally. Be practical in order to stay on the right track and convince others to join you. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — A personal improvement can be made that will spur social plans with someone special. Change will lead to greater per- sonal stability. If you share your dreams, you'll get help achieving them. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — Have fun. Do things with family or make special plans with a loved one to do something very enjoyable. Aries (March 21-April 19) — You'll gain valuable experi- ence if you observe matters before you voice your opinion. Time is on your side, so relax and let others do what they are going to do. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Don't hang back when you have so much to gain by par- ticipating. Show off your skills and engage in what's going on around you. Romance is in the stars. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Remembering certain experiences will help you deal with situations that unfold now. Don't lose sight of your goals just because someone wants you to follow his or her plans. 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