Posted by syringachalet on November 23, 2002, at 13:39:34
In reply to Thanksgiving day dilemma, rambling, posted by Tabitha on November 23, 2002, at 6:03:13
Tabitha, The holidays are really tough times for those of us who are just struggling to keep up with the worlds demands on the rest of the year.
I honestly have no real answer for you. Maybe you could go for the dinner and ask your friend that if you need some quiet time while youre at her house, that you could take a walk around the block. I have used this more than once in family settings when I wanted to be there for some of my family and didnt want confrontation from the rest. (I often used the excuse that I needed to walk off some of that wonderful meal before dessert...beats sitting and watching the football game with the crazy people yelling at the TV....)Having the rest of the weekend to take care of you might be enough to be a win-win for you and your friend.
I dont know if this will help... I just know what has worked for me...
Take care and Be well. syringachalet
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