They seem very interested in her situation, but they haven’t asked her or us directly so far, so I’m sure they will. Our neighbors are very conservative and elderly, and are often described as being hit by a wave of homeless and addicted ‘crime’. Do you have any advice for questions that will inevitably come up, such as “Where has your son been all this time?”
I love my son and he has paid the price for his substance abuse (illness actually). He has completed his sentence and deserves a chance. Due to financial constraints, he will be living in our villa with his fiancée and children for a while. And I want my neighbors (mostly specific people) who might ask me to answer.
We are not close to our neighbors, and like us, there are others who are only there a few months out of the year, and although they may not notice or care On the legs of the ” answer prepared for those who ask because they are not good at thinking. can you help?
Worried: While you should ask your son and his fiancée what they would like you to say, consider telling the truth, such as: “My son is in jail for a non-violent drug offense related to addiction. He has completed his sentence, is recovering from his addiction and is now happily home. I am happy to come.”
Dear Amy: My friend “Tyler” and I decided to try a yoga class. He gasped when we were taking the first position. It sounds great! It was very embarrassing, but he said, Sounds like he got things off to a good start. ’ People laughed, and the class continued.
I thought his recovery from a very embarrassing moment was great, so I told a mutual friend of ours about it in an email, but I’m not sure if he’s foolishly mistakenly wrong, to someone I barely know. I have sent an email. I exchanged emails with several people many years ago. Recipients of the email posted screenshots of it on social media with the message, “I got an email about a man who farted!”
Her posts have been reposted many times by an amazing number of followers. The email had his real first and last name and details about where we live. I was horrified and insisted that her post be removed and she did, but of course the post still “exists” on the internet. Should I tell Tyler what happened, or hope he doesn’t hear about it?
Downward Dope: It was highly unethical for this person to choose to post the contents of your email (including your name and personal information). And social media enables and amplifies unethical choices. “Tyler” was disseminating his personal information on his social media channels, so I have to tell him about this unfortunate episode.
Like many ill-fated episodes, this one started out mildly, building up some steam before escaping on its own like the gas bubbles you hear in a yoga class. Please take your part in this, apologize profusely, and ask for forgiveness.
I hope the two of you can resolve this issue with each other’s “Namaste” and continue your friendship in a respectful way. Tyler sounds witty, affable, and confident. Because of this, I predict sweet (smelly) results. I would be grateful if you could let me know how things go.
Dear Amy: “desperate phone hostage‘ was trapped in a lengthy phone call with a monologist. As soon as she picks up her phone, she can greet her caller and say, “She’s only five minutes away from leaving, how are you doing?” Sticking to the time limit helps.
— Last hostage release
release: I support your technique.
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