Ask Amy: Friendship is no ‘give’ and all ‘take’
You’re an adult. If moving away from family is necessary for your own sense of autonomy and independence, then you should consider it.
Dear Amy: In your response to “Nervous” you pointed out how many of your questions concern people inviting themselves to vacation at others’ homes.
When a friend of ours, a Florida resident, became tired of the almost constant visitors during the winter season, she ultimately came up with this response: "I would love to see you! Let me know when you get settled in your hotel, give me a call, and we can meet up."
– Faithful Reader
Dear Reader: Boundaries are often born of desperation.
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