In today's Ask Amy: How to say no to the parties but maintain a relationship
I’d appreciate your ideas as to how to decline these invitations, while maintaining the relationships.“I’m sorry, I can’t make this visit — but keep me in mind for next time” is a polite way to respond to an invitation you don’t want to accept.People grow apart. Life events — in terms of health, careers, partners, children and various triumphs and losses affect one’s perspective.
I also suggest bringing along any artifacts, photos or yearbooks from your shared college days as a way to reconnect by sharing your memories and anecdotes about the beginnings of your friendship.I am very proud of her. She has worked hard for many years to accomplish this goal. I was a bit miffed to be rejected because I know that they were celebrating with her parents. My son finally confessed that our daughter-in-law has felt “unsupported” by me in her pursuit of the Ph.D.
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