Ask Amy: This 'full house' isn't a cute sitcom
Dear Amy: I'm a single woman with three children, ages 9, 16, and 24.
Recently my mother moved in with us. Soon after, a longtime friend of mine (and godmother to my eldest child) moved in with us, as well.
During the pandemic, my house has been very busy, as no one is working due to COVID-19.
I've noticed some things about my friend that I didn't really notice before (or maybe chose to ignore). During everyday conversations she constantly interrupts everyone while they speak, and she doesn't interrupt quietly, either.
Dominating a conversation is actually what she does and before anyone knows it the topic is turned on to herself. Wow! She is self-absorbed!
I'm not sure how to broach this subject, as I do not want to hurt her feelings.
Any ideas?
-- About to Explode!
Dear About to Explode!: Your friend is not a houseguest; for now, she is a member of the household, and should be treated like one.
You should consider the fact that your feelings, and the feelings of others in your household, are just as important as hers are. Each of us can usually tolerate a small dent to our feelings, as long as we feel respected.
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