Retired colleague is tired of social work
I'm not saying that these people don't like you -- you should assume that they do. But it might be time for you to move on and form friendships among people who share more with you than working on -- or complaining about -- the Peterson account. Look for people who occasionally initiate and reciprocate.
Because you deserve a break. You've definitely earned it.
Dear Amy: We have a female friend that flosses immediately after eating at a restaurant, which we find disgusting.
She does this at the table while everyone is talking! What do you think of this practice?
-- Disgusted
Dear Disgusted: Count me as "disgusted," too.
Not only is it unhygienic, flossing falls into the category of "personal care," which simply shouldn't be performed in a public venue.
One of you could ask her to step into the "Ladies" room and say, "I understand that you want to floss your teeth, but would you mind not doing it at the table?"
If you end your feedback with a question, she will be forced to answer. If she says she'd rather do it at the table, I'd let her also pick up the check.
Dear Amy: "Wayward Daughter" was worried about the impact her alcoholic brother was having on their elderly parents.
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