Posted by Dinah on January 23, 2012, at 16:46:50
In reply to When people bring you down..., posted by Roslynn on January 23, 2012, at 11:56:07
Well, sometimes quite badly. I remember glaring at my aunt with what must have been murderous fury. I may have also said something equivilant to "My but you're rude." or "Mind your own business." or "I can't believe you said that." or "That's very hurtful." My cousin stepped in and diverted her, and to her credit, I don't think she ever mentioned it again. She'd mentioned it often enough before. So behaving badly worked for me. Hmmm....
It would have likely been better to thank her for her concern, but state quietly that I would rather not discuss this topic, and walk away if it's mentioned. Or a pointed "So... How are those Saints doing?"
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