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Sophistie, I think there is a story somewhere in The Bible about a person that gets what they want simply for the much asking. People like that depend on being able to wear down a sensitive person. If one is "hiding" by not answering the phone and not responding to the door when they know you are there, it only eggs them on because they know they are getting to you and that sooner or later you will break and give in. If, instead, you always answer the door and the phone and just say "no" and respond to their "why not?" with a "because I don't want to" they will soon get tired of it and move on to someone else.
posted by
TAPS.
on September 25, 2006 at 12:13 PM
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I May Have to Take the Advice as She Tried it Again Yesterday
posted by
Dr_JPT
on September 25, 2006 at 11:36 AM
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Dear S.:
The next time she calls, ID her, pick up the phone and scream, "Death to Infidels! Hand me that AK-47, Abdullah! This bitch needs to be dealt with!"
It may work, but when all the police and CIA and NSA people surround your house, it may scare the bejumpus out of her and convince her you are not one to be trifled with.
Or not.
And you can explain your jape to all the law officers, have a good laugh at your neighbor's expense, then go out with them for coffee and danish. I hear they're very much into picking up the check when they're amused.
posted by
Rarmcwa
on September 25, 2006 at 7:40 AM
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Thanks Moxie!!
It is definitely necessary at times!!!
posted by
Dr_JPT
on September 24, 2006 at 4:18 PM
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Invitation is still open,
and the Bitch Suit is still available although it is at the cleaners today. It was a little difficult to get into but I squeezed into it yesterday due to uninvited houseguests staying a few nights. Feels really good once it's on!
posted by
Moxie_Maven
on September 23, 2006 at 9:08 PM
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Whacky, I Agree
posted by
Dr_JPT
on September 22, 2006 at 11:34 AM
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I haven't had that experience but I have had people who just couldn't take
a hint. Sometimes you just have to confront and let the chips fall.
posted by
Whacky
on September 21, 2006 at 1:41 AM
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Thanks for the Comments and Support!!
I have had relief for the last two days and really hope I do not have TO GO THERE!! If I need to borrow the suit, I will definitely call!!
posted by
Dr_JPT
on September 20, 2006 at 2:28 PM
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I once had a boss who thought
that her weekday employees were her weekend sitters, for free... and her kid was so damned bad!
posted by
homegirl
on September 20, 2006 at 10:33 AM
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Sophistie,
I don't get people like that. What sucks is that she's a neighbor and she can see when you're home or not. I don't understand why she doesn't get the hint already! 
posted by
SpitFire70
on September 18, 2006 at 10:27 PM
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Yes
I hide under the bed when they come knocking. My daughter thinks it's funny and joins me under there until the heat is gone.
posted by
8-ball
on September 18, 2006 at 6:13 PM
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Unfortunately I have, more than once.
I had to learn the hard way, how to say no. Then I had to learn to look at the caller ID before answering calls. Then like you, I had to just tell them straight up, wasn't going to happen anymore.
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posted by
steeler_fan
on September 18, 2006 at 3:54 PM
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Sounds like this woman
needs to take a parenting course. If she is habitual about leaving the children unattended and you honestly feel that abuse or neglect is taken place then a phone call may be necessary but just make sure that you are 100% positive that these things are taken place before upsetting the children if there is not a problem. Good Luck
posted by
StrickGold
on September 18, 2006 at 1:24 PM
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It's called "being taken advantage of" and
a person can only take so much and be politely delicate to an extent. Sounds like your neighbors have rocks for brains (he as well, because he married her) and no class or manners, so you might have to put on your snobby bitch suit.
If you don't have one you can borrow mine which is still pretty new.
posted by
Moxie_Maven
on September 18, 2006 at 9:58 AM
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I would babysit for someone if they were having an emergency but it sounds like that is not the case here.
posted by
babe_rocks
on September 18, 2006 at 9:27 AM
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Sophiste, did you say you were a Taurus too? ROFL You stubborn wench!
hahaha
posted by
Ariala
on September 18, 2006 at 8:38 AM
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That is the Truth
I am not going to be pushed into this either. If people make choices to have children, consider what you plan to do about babysitting and not assume who will keep your children. I have been labeled and I will wear it because I am not going to let pushy people dictate or plan my time. That is a right that I have and will use. Thanks for commenting!
posted by
Dr_JPT
on September 18, 2006 at 8:35 AM
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Yes, I HAVE experienced this with friends and family both. I've had to
take a stand...now they leave me alone, but it wasn't after I was told what a horrible person I was. Sorry, but babysitting is not my thing. I chose not to have children for a purpose...I don't like them forced on me either...I have lots of friends who are kids, but no is no and people who want to judge me for it can if they want...the answer is still no and I will not be guilted into it by pushy people. LOL
Good luck!
posted by
Ariala
on September 18, 2006 at 8:23 AM
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