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Nobody Just Nobody · Rib-it! Rrrib-it!

Tessellation Thursday

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

Slept like a rock last night. I think later today I meet the new team I will be working with, starting (hopefully) next week.

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

Three people won Powerball.

flan

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

ed, if you're not feeling better, I think you should visit your doctor!

flan

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

Morning.

I need to get things done as well.

IKWTDS, new team, huh? Sounds exciting. Good luck.

Fort Worth Mom · Mod/Penguin lover/Princess!

Good morning, Good Geeks.

Alas, I didn't win the Powerball.

Life goes on! wink

Another sunny day is on the way. High of 66.

I better enjoy it. The cold weather will hit here on Saturday.

Have a great day, everyone!

FNW · Guru

No winnings here. Oh well, I guess I can't retire yet.

ed11563 · Guru

flan327 wrote:
ed, if you're not feeling better, I think you should visit your doctor!

flan

Thanks, not coughing yet today.

Spouse is urging me to go back to the doctor too.

She s about to go to sleep for the day.

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

Working until 9:00 tonight, then off tomorrow.

flan

Bonny22Pye · Guru

I have a slightly older mildly retired neighbor that loves to come out and play with Jake when he's outside. Which I don't really mind, but lately he's been more pushy. I don't really think anything nefarious is going on, but I think he may be drinking too much and lonely. His son lives far away.

Any suggestions on how to politely state my boundaries first? I have no problem telling him to eh the eff off if needed, but I'd like to not go nuclear first.

Lexxy · My dog name is Sasha, too!

Morning everyone. That is about all I've got today.

TrudyML · Guru

Bonny22Pye wrote:
I have a slightly older mildly retired neighbor that loves to come out and play with Jake when he's outside. Which I don't really mind, but lately he's been more pushy. I don't really think anything nefarious is going on, but I think he may be drinking too much and lonely. His son lives far away.

Any suggestions on how to politely state my boundaries first? I have no problem telling him to eh the eff off if needed, but I'd like to not go nuclear first.

Stab him?

Bonny22Pye · Guru

TrudyML wrote:
Bonny22Pye wrote:
I have a slightly older mildly retired neighbor that loves to come out and play with Jake when he's outside. Which I don't really mind, but lately he's been more pushy. I don't really think anything nefarious is going on, but I think he may be drinking too much and lonely. His son lives far away.

Any suggestions on how to politely state my boundaries first? I have no problem telling him to eh the eff off if needed, but I'd like to not go nuclear first.
Stab him?

I've thought about it.

Lexxy · My dog name is Sasha, too!

Bonny22Pye wrote:
I have a slightly older mildly retired neighbor that loves to come out and play with Jake when he's outside. Which I don't really mind, but lately he's been more pushy. I don't really think anything nefarious is going on, but I think he may be drinking too much and lonely. His son lives far away.

Any suggestions on how to politely state my boundaries first? I have no problem telling him to eh the eff off if needed, but I'd like to not go nuclear first.

What exactly is he doing?

Bonny22Pye · Guru

Lexxy wrote:
Bonny22Pye wrote:
I have a slightly older mildly retired neighbor that loves to come out and play with Jake when he's outside. Which I don't really mind, but lately he's been more pushy. I don't really think anything nefarious is going on, but I think he may be drinking too much and lonely. His son lives far away.

Any suggestions on how to politely state my boundaries first? I have no problem telling him to eh the eff off if needed, but I'd like to not go nuclear first.
What exactly is he doing?

He tell's Gordito to come over to him and will say things like "Oh no you come when someone calls you". I'll interject that he's on his own plan and doing just fine.

We went out of town for 2 weeks at Xmas and he was upset that we didn't let him know his little buddy wasn't around.

The other day he was having problems with his iPhone and stopped me when I was walking up with Gordito to ask for help and I said Gordito is sick so this isn't a good time and he was "it will just take a minute" I just told him sorry, I can't right now and kept walking.

He hasn't done anything horrible, he just pushes the boundaries slightly. I'm trying to think of more examples...

TrudyML · Guru

Ugh, he is attached to you. Can you avoid? You may have to walk over and calmly state-Do not speak to my son in that manner. Scoop him up and leave.

Bonny22Pye · Guru

TrudyML wrote:
Ugh, he is attached to you. Can you avoid? You may have to walk over and calmly state-Do not speak to my son in that manner. Scoop him up and leave.

Yeah, my husband and I were talking about it last night. That's where this is going.

TrudyML · Guru

Mr. Busybody? Thank you for taking an interest in my son but do not yell to him or try to impart manners. Scoop, walk away.

Bonny22Pye · Guru

TrudyML wrote:
Mr. Busybody? Thank you for taking an interest in my son but do not yell to him or try to impart manners. Scoop, walk away.

I'm trying to find a very polite yet stern way of saying something. We live in a courtyard building and I wan to avoid any drama if possible. Why are people so annoying?

Lexxy · My dog name is Sasha, too!

It doesn't sound like he has done anything too bad but it sounds like it might be escalating. You do need to establish boundaries immediately before this gets totally out of hand. I like Trudy's suggestion that you just remove yourself & Gordito from the situation sounds like a good plan. Hopefully he'll get the message & back off.

-- Edited by Lexxy on Thursday 14th of January 2016 12:20:26 PM

Bonny22Pye · Guru

Lexxy wrote:
It doesn't sound like he has done anything too bad but it sounds like it might be escalating. You do need to establish boundaries immediately before this gets totally out of hand. I like Trudy's suggestion that you just remove yourself & Gordito from the situation sounds like a good plan. Hopefully he'll gat the message & back off.

Yep, its just a feeling that I have that it's getting a little odd. When it comes to your kids you follow your gut. Thanks for the feedback ladies!

TrudyML · Guru

Neighbors blow!

ed11563 · Guru

Bonny22Pye wrote:
I have a slightly older mildly retired neighbor that loves to come out and play with Jake when he's outside. Which I don't really mind, but lately he's been more pushy. I don't really think anything nefarious is going on, but I think he may be drinking too much and lonely. His son lives far away.

Any suggestions on how to politely state my boundaries first? I have no problem telling him to eh the eff off if needed, but I'd like to not go nuclear first.

Mildly retired? Or mildly retarded?

What is mildly retired?

Bonny22Pye · Guru

ed11563 wrote:
Bonny22Pye wrote:
I have a slightly older mildly retired neighbor that loves to come out and play with Jake when he's outside. Which I don't really mind, but lately he's been more pushy. I don't really think anything nefarious is going on, but I think he may be drinking too much and lonely. His son lives far away.

Any suggestions on how to politely state my boundaries first? I have no problem telling him to eh the eff off if needed, but I'd like to not go nuclear first.
Mildly retired? Or mildly retarded?
What is mildly retired?

mildly retired. he doesn't have a full time job anymore and does some part time stuff at a golf course for extra money.

-- Edited by Bonny22Pye on Thursday 14th of January 2016 01:01:08 PM

Lindley · Guru

Bonny22Pye wrote:
Lexxy wrote:
Bonny22Pye wrote:
I have a slightly older mildly retired neighbor that loves to come out and play with Jake when he's outside. Which I don't really mind, but lately he's been more pushy. I don't really think anything nefarious is going on, but I think he may be drinking too much and lonely. His son lives far away.

Any suggestions on how to politely state my boundaries first? I have no problem telling him to eh the eff off if needed, but I'd like to not go nuclear first.
What exactly is he doing?
He tell's Gordito to come over to him and will say things like "Oh no you come when someone calls you". I'll interject that he's on his own plan and doing just fine.
We went out of town for 2 weeks at Xmas and he was upset that we didn't let him know his little buddy wasn't around.
The other day he was having problems with his iPhone and stopped me when I was walking up with Gordito to ask for help and I said Gordito is sick so this isn't a good time and he was "it will just take a minute" I just told him sorry, I can't right now and kept walking.
He hasn't done anything horrible, he just pushes the boundaries slightly. I'm trying to think of more examples...

Sounds like you are hand it fine right now.

Lindley · Guru

Didn't sleep to we'll lastnight. There was a terrorist attack simular to the Paris attack two miles from my dd and her family . They are fine. Just can't wait till they are back home

Divine Geek · Guru

Today quote is bought to you by DG's boss when I asked if he wanted me to get him lunch:

Yes, a chicken salad. Wait, not chicken salad, but, like, you know, a salad that contains chicken

Bonny22Pye · Guru

Did Nikki Hailey really say this? we've never in the history of this country passed any laws or done anything based on race or religion

If so, can someone please provide context? I can't believe a Governor would say that.

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

Obviously he's lonely, Bonny, but that's not your problem. I think trusting your gut is the way to go.

flan

FNW · Guru

Trust your instincts. It might be nothing but loneliness, or it might be something. Have you checked the sex offender registry? It will tell you where the registered offenders are in your area.

Personally, I don't allow my children to "hang out" with any adult who is not related. I find it odd that he would come over whenever your child is outside. Do you have a fenced in yard, or is this taking place in the front yard? I think I would find a different location for Gordito to play.

Bonny22Pye · Guru

FNW wrote:
Trust your instincts. It might be nothing but loneliness, or it might be something. Have you checked the sex offender registry? It will tell you where the registered offenders are in your area.

Personally, I don't allow my children to "hang out" with any adult who is not related. I find it odd that he would come over whenever your child is outside. Do you have a fenced in yard, or is this taking place in the front yard? I think I would find a different location for Gordito to play.

We live in a smaller building that has all the units facing a common courtyard. It has a fenced in Pool and a picnic table. All the balconies face the courtyard as well. You have to walk through the courtyard to get to the parking in the back of the building. I'm not going to be able to keep Gordito out of the courtyard completely. But we usually go to the park to play.

Yes, I checked the registry. There is no one near us on it.

FNW · Guru

Then I wouldn't lollygag in the courtyard too long. Be on a mission. To the car, and back. No playing in the courtyard. Carry Gordito when possible, and always hold his hand or make him keep hold of your dress/blouse. Heck, I still do that with the boys when in parking lots, crossing the street, or maneuvering through crowds. Eventually he'll lose interest or take the hint. If not, then you'll know his intentions are not innocent.

Lady Gaga Snerd · Guru

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Bwaaahhh. biggrin

just Czech · Give Me Grand's!

Bonny, trust your gut. Avoid him if possible. But, I think he is probably lonely. So sad for him.

Hi all!

The quilt is done! Will pick it up tomorrow, I can hardly wait!

A beautiful day here. The ice and snow are melting. Two days in a row of temps in the upper 30's to low 40's. We call it the January thaw. Then we will get slapped up the back of the head next week..

Hope everyone is having a great day.

Bonny22Pye · Guru

DH took Gordito to the park today. We are both in agreement on how to handle the neighbor.

Nobody Just Nobody · Rib-it! Rrrib-it!

He sounds lonely Bonny. Like he just wants someone to talk to. That's sad to me. But OTOH you have to make sure your son is safe. Set boundaries. If he does something you don't approve of say, "We don't talk to our son/treat our son like that. I know that you enjoy spending time with Gordito but if you can't do what we ask then we will have to stop allowing him to interact with you which makes me really sad because I know the both of you enjoy the time you spend together." While it may not be entirely true that you love him spending time with Gordito at least that way you don't put anyone in the "enemy" position. KWIM?

Bonny22Pye · Guru

I am on the hunt for Be Sweet Bambino Taffy Yarn. This is the multicolored skeins. Its been discontinued. If their are any knitter on the board and you have a LYS you frequent, can you check for me?

Divine Geek · Guru

We got the word today when our forced vacation will be. It's the week after I have been planning to meet family in Vegas. Boss said last week I most likely would be allowed to take vacation when I had scheduled, I just need to figure out what I want to do now. I don't really want to take almost 2 weeks off......

just Czech · Give Me Grand's!

Bonny22Pye wrote:
I am on the hunt for Be Sweet Bambino Taffy Yarn. This is the multicolored skeins. Its been discontinued. If their are any knitter on the board and you have a LYS you frequent, can you check for me?

I knit and there are a lot of multicolored skeins that have been discontinued. Sorry.

If you can wait a year, a new version will come out, maybe even sooner.

Do you belong to a knitting group? Ask around, they may be able to help you.

Good luck.

just Czech · Give Me Grand's!

Divine Geek wrote:
We got the word today when our forced vacation will be. It's the week after I have been planning to meet family in Vegas. Boss said last week I most likely would be allowed to take vacation when I had scheduled, I just need to figure out what I want to do now. I don't really want to take almost 2 weeks off......

Well.... stay home and take lots of naps. wink

Glad you can still take the vacation you planned though. smile

Bonny22Pye · Guru

just Czech wrote:
Bonny22Pye wrote:
I am on the hunt for Be Sweet Bambino Taffy Yarn. This is the multicolored skeins. Its been discontinued. If their are any knitter on the board and you have a LYS you frequent, can you check for me?
I knit and there are a lot of multicolored skeins that have been discontinued. Sorry.
If you can wait a year, a new version will come out, maybe even sooner.
Do you belong to a knitting group? Ask around, they may be able to help you.
Good luck.

I'm allergic to wool and I love how soft this particular yarn is. I'm sure their are alternatives out there....but I love it so!

just Czech · Give Me Grand's!

Bonny22Pye wrote:
just Czech wrote:
Bonny22Pye wrote:
I am on the hunt for Be Sweet Bambino Taffy Yarn. This is the multicolored skeins. Its been discontinued. If their are any knitter on the board and you have a LYS you frequent, can you check for me?
I knit and there are a lot of multicolored skeins that have been discontinued. Sorry.
If you can wait a year, a new version will come out, maybe even sooner.
Do you belong to a knitting group? Ask around, they may be able to help you.
Good luck.
I'm allergic to wool and I love how soft this particular yarn is. I'm sure their are alternatives out there....but I love it so!

I prefer Bernat. Makes the softest baby blankets IMHO.

Bonny22Pye · Guru

just Czech wrote:
Bonny22Pye wrote:
just Czech wrote:
Bonny22Pye wrote:
I am on the hunt for Be Sweet Bambino Taffy Yarn. This is the multicolored skeins. Its been discontinued. If their are any knitter on the board and you have a LYS you frequent, can you check for me?
I knit and there are a lot of multicolored skeins that have been discontinued. Sorry.
If you can wait a year, a new version will come out, maybe even sooner.
Do you belong to a knitting group? Ask around, they may be able to help you.
Good luck.
I'm allergic to wool and I love how soft this particular yarn is. I'm sure their are alternatives out there....but I love it so!
I prefer Bernat. Makes the softest baby blankets IMHO.

I'm a total yarn snob. I just can't do acrylics. My husband asked me how much my stash was worth one time and I couldn't even look him in the face.

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

Is today over yet? Cuz I really need it to be over.

flan

Divine Geek · Guru

Sitting on the couch with Netflix and a big glass of wine. Today really didn't go as planned. And I can't figure out how I feel about it.

In the back of my mind, I knew something would happen to mess with my vacation. Something always happens.

Nobody Just Nobody · Rib-it! Rrrib-it!

Baking something for my HOMIES.

Fort Worth Mom · Mod/Penguin lover/Princess!

I got some grow lights for my plants! smile

ed11563 · Guru

I saw the dentist. I will be seeing a LOT of the dentist . cry

ed11563 · Guru

Divine Geek wrote:
Sitting on the couch with Netflix and a big glass of wine. Today really didn't go as planned. And I can't figure out how I feel about it.

In the back of my mind, I knew something would happen to mess with my vacation. Something always happens.

cry What happened?

Lawyerlady · On the bright side...... Christmas is coming! (Mod)

Bonny22Pye wrote:
just Czech wrote:
Bonny22Pye wrote:
just Czech wrote:
Bonny22Pye wrote:
I am on the hunt for Be Sweet Bambino Taffy Yarn. This is the multicolored skeins. Its been discontinued. If their are any knitter on the board and you have a LYS you frequent, can you check for me?
I knit and there are a lot of multicolored skeins that have been discontinued. Sorry.
If you can wait a year, a new version will come out, maybe even sooner.
Do you belong to a knitting group? Ask around, they may be able to help you.
Good luck.
I'm allergic to wool and I love how soft this particular yarn is. I'm sure their are alternatives out there....but I love it so!
I prefer Bernat. Makes the softest baby blankets IMHO.
I'm a total yarn snob. I just can't do acrylics. My husband asked me how much my stash was worth one time and I couldn't even look him in the face.

What is LYS?