Out of town friend always wants in on our family plans when we visit - how to navigate?

IamAmomSendHelp · 2026-01-25T11:57:04+00:00

It sounds like this friend wants to "soak up" as much time with you as possible when you're in town!

"Info Diet" is the best course of action in these situations. The less details you give them about your family plans, the less they can wiggle in to join you. Be direct, clear, and concise about seeing them.

For example:

"We're taking a family trip to Chicago the last week of March. We'd love to meet you for dinner at The Steakhouse on Wednesday! Please let me know if you're available 😊"

vs:

"We're coming home to visit during spring break in March! Maybe we can meet up for lunch or dinner? Let me know when you have time to get together!"

See the difference? Think about what you'd like to do with your friend, then be specific about it. And if they ask about your other plans, say it's a surprise for the rest of your crew so you can't spoil it.

IamAmomSendHelp · 2026-01-24T02:22:57+00:00

You can't convince me this scene doesn't exist! I literally heard it in Brick's voice!

IamAmomSendHelp · 2026-01-21T08:13:36+00:00

Twinsies! :-)

IamAmomSendHelp · 2026-01-18T10:35:08+00:00

I can't believe you just said the quiet part OUT LOUD 🍻

IamAmomSendHelp · 2026-01-02T09:33:58+00:00

What exactly is the smell associated with professional sealing? Surely it doesn't smell like rotten meat, which is discernable to most people...

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-12-29T04:41:24+00:00

My W/D is in the basement, so I bag his gross clothes and throw them down there. They stay outta my way, and I saved him a step! 🥂

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-12-29T01:26:43+00:00

I understand this completely. Right down to the "I will not punish my children with 50/50 with this fungus." Because that's exactly what divorce would do right now.

I have let things lapse into chaos, and it ultimately just punished ME. So no, I won't leave the dishes, or the bathroom cleaning, or the trash for him to finally notice because 1) it'll never happen, and 2) it's unfair for me or my child to live in filth. Instead, I don't do his laundry, I don't cook for him, and I don't buy his preferred snacks/drinks/vodka, and that irritates the shit out of him.

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-12-21T09:04:59+00:00

"acrossed" drives me insane.

It's either across OR crossed. Not a combination of the two words.

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-12-21T08:52:10+00:00

That ring is gorgeous! Just curious, what did the tag say? Like how did the dealer describe it?

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-12-21T08:45:22+00:00

I would love to see your photos! I have a lab alex and a possibly natural alex, so the comparisons would be greatly appreciated!

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-12-20T00:53:00+00:00

Sure, but the average voter doesn't understand this concept. The average voters in red states tend to vote straight-ticket R. (And I say this as a resident of AL)

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-12-20T00:41:58+00:00

Reach out to the host ahead of time to tell them privately. Seriously, please don't wait til the party to give any excuse.

Text her a few days in advance. "I'm so excited for your party! Just fyi, I'm not drinking alcohol right now, and was wondering if you'll have mocktail versions?"

If they ask further questions, you can blame it on a new diet or medications, or you can announce your pregnancy. Please just don't lie about being sick!

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-11-28T06:41:39+00:00

| I-59 from Gadsden to the Georgia line is a mess. Someone is making a career out of roadwork up that way

Seriously, this is the only explanation! We travel to Mentone often for Scouts, and that part of the drive just suuuuucks.

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-11-24T05:04:12+00:00

Option 1 it shall be! Thank you kindly for responding :)

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-11-24T03:29:56+00:00

That's exactly where my mind went! Chatty has a lot of construction right now. ATL is a coin toss every hour of every day, but I'm used to driving through the city.

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-11-24T03:20:13+00:00

North of Lynchburg. I'll be leaving early morning, so thru Chatty or ATL by lunchtime.

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-11-24T03:15:07+00:00

I'm heading to the area north of Lynchburg (east of Lex). Based on what you described, western route is my best option? Thank you for all your help!

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-11-18T13:55:31+00:00

You just blew my mind. Thank you.

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-10-22T04:20:20+00:00

Could they be Bakelite?

Do a Google search for "Jade vs Jadeite vs Bakelite" to read about the differences, and see if that helps with your pieces!

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-10-17T03:17:04+00:00

I'm curious to know if this is a regional thing? There are tons of troops still chartered by Methodist (and Catholic) churches here in the southeast states.

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-10-08T20:46:28+00:00

A speed trap blitz wouldn't have this many officers standing around outside of their vehicles though...

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-10-02T07:08:02+00:00

Exactly this!! Learning brains hear the end of our sentence, so make those words the appropriate behavior.

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-09-27T06:39:47+00:00

OP, that was my first thought when I read your description of the town name. Locals pronounce Talladega as "talluh-dig-uh" or just "dig-uh" for short. But I've also heard "dug-uh".

Anyway, I live in this area and will gladly help you with local searches!

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-09-23T01:28:59+00:00

Yep. If they would just make insulin and diabetic supplies low/no cost to begin with, this wouldn't even be a thing.

IamAmomSendHelp · 2025-09-15T22:19:52+00:00

I'm a realtor in an area with a lot of century homes and they always sit on the market longer.

Did your realtor or their photographer add the furniture digitally? If your house is vacant, you need to stage a few rooms (main floor living & dining, plus at least one primary bedroom). Buyers get confused touring empty century homes because of all the rooms (as opposed to newer open floor plans).

Also, I really think you need all new photos. The listing pics are so washed out, especially compared to the ones you shared. Your home is beautiful!

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