To my delight, they hit it off β so much so that a few months ago, they decided to go on a three-week trip together. The vacation was a disaster. The women fought constantly. As my close friend, Nora spared me no details. I will most likely have to socialize soon with Lauren and her husband. How should I respond if she asks me what Nora said about her and their trip together? I have a feeling she will ask. The last thing I want is to inflame the situation and to be placed in a tight spot.
How was it? Did you two have a wonderful time? Are you and your husband getting away this summer? Just randomly showed up and started talking to us in the dining room. I was in the middle of cooking dinner and had timed it so that I could do other things while the food was in the oven. That was interrupted when she came by.
After 15 minutes, I took the food out, added sauce and put it back in for an additional 5 minutes. She saw me do this, and instead of leaving since it was clearly our dinnertime, she pulled out a kitchen chair and sat down!
What is the best way to let her know, without seeming rude, that she should call or text before just popping in? But Miss Manners does not see why this should ruin your night.
Set her a place at the table. After dinner, she can sit with the rest of the family while you go about your evening. If she is still around when the kids go to sleep, your husband can sit with her while you catch up on work β or on a good book.
