Comics

Corporate Mango by Jon Diotalevi

Haiku Challenge by Allison Reitz

Trunkwood by Drew Sumner

Electric Boogaloo by Drew Sumner

Incredible Edibles by Jon Diotalevi

Bad Puns by Mia Bernardo

Sudoku

Sudoku is made up of a 9 x 9 playing field with numbers from 1 to 9 scattered throughout. The object of the game is to fill every column, row and 3 x 3 box with the numbers 1 through 9, without repeating any numbers in any given column, row or box.

The difficulty level of the puzzles will change from week to week. Some will be easy. Some will be moderate. Some will make you want to cry. It’s gonna be a grab bag, so hang on.

If you get stuck, the answers can be found here, but don’t give in unless you absolutely cannot do it! What fun is finishing it if you had to cheat?

Horoscopes

Taurus
April 20 – May 20
Time may be wearing you down, but now is not the time to give up. With the end of the semester in sight, you must remember to give it your all until the last possible moment. A job well done comes with hard work. If you’re diligent, you will create something of which you can be proud.

Gemini
May 21 – June 21
Planning is a valuable skill as it allows you to organize your time efficiently and prioritize your actions. Do not, however, overanalyze things. If you make your schedule too rigid, you may be missing out on a lot of unexpected and wonderful experiences, so keep some degree of fluidity in mind.

Cancer
June 22 – July 22
While the end of the semester may be a sad time of endings, keep in mind that the bond of friendship is an unbreakable link between two people. Though someone may be gone from your immediate area, they are not far beyond your reach. Your caring and affection are the best gifts that you can give someone.

Leo
July 23 – August 22
Look before you leap. Jumping head first into things may appear more fun and could provide you with more immediate gratification, but there are always hidden dangers in such acts. Keep a clear mind and try to stay clear of irrationality. Patience and care will lead you to a happy end of the semester.

Virgo
August 23 – September 22
Understanding and respect are at the core of every relationship, and sometimes miscommunications arise. Make sure that you know everything about a situation before you commit to a course of action with someone. Having all the facts ahead of time will prevent misfortune in the future.

Libra
September 23 – October 22
It is always difficult to admit defeat in any situation, but things cannot always go your way. Having the grace to accept adversity is an important skill, and now is the time for you to cultivate it. If your current projects seem to be falling to ruins, stop and take a look around. There is something that you’re missing.

Scorpio
October 23 – November 21
Asserting yourself is not encouraged in every situation, but hiding your opinions and true thoughts can only lead to trouble. It is better to get everything out of your system and make those around you understand how you are feeling. No one can help you if they don’t understand the problem. Take a chance and open up.

Sagittarius
November 22 – December 21
If you feel as if something is pulling you off the clearly designated path, it would behoove you to stop and consider what that pull means. Things may seem perfectly clear to you, but an unexpected meeting may have incredible relationship potential. The straight and narrow is safe, but you miss a lot on your journey.

Capricorn
December 22 – January 19
Though you may think that everything is fine, you are in danger of losing someone very close to you because of neglect. While it is important to lean on your friends, it is possible to wear them down to the point that they don’t know what to do. Back off and listen for a while. It is not too late.

Aquarius
January 20 – February 18
Make certain that you are acting in your own best interest at this time. Though it is important to have fun, that fun should come with hard work. Playing it fast and loose is incredibly dangerous. It is time to reign it back in, set your eyes on the goal, and go for it without distractions.

Pisces
February 19 – March 20
The world is ever changing, and it is important that you be ready to move on with your life. We strive to find a comfort zone and are reluctant to leave it once we are there. Changes may seem unsettling. If the present situation changes, know that the past is neither gone nor forgotten.

Aries
March 21 – April 19
Take care of yourself. It is easy to get stressed out at this time of year, but know that everything will work out for the best one way or another. A little bit of relaxation can go a long way. Your efforts will seem more successful once you’ve taken a step back and allowed yourself some time to reconnect with the simple pleasures of life.

If you would like to see your own poetry published in the Torch, email ssarnelli@umassd.edu.