Oh, I have so many but this post will focus on one genre of them. Complaints!
If I haven't seen you in a long time and we have the chance to get together. It's because you are a beloved friend or family member. Don't ruin it for me by bombarding me with stories of your aches and pains, all the medications you are taking, how much your job sucks or what a beast your boss or mother-in-law is. These stories will more than likely not make me want to pencil you in for lunch. And, please do not tell me how old you are and feel. Chances are I am fully aware of your age and I am probably older than you anyway.
Don't get me wrong I am as compassionate as one can be, a really good listener,a most devoted friend and a passionate member of your family. But please warm me up first. Tell me something positive please. A story about your favorite sports team, a great book you just read, the flowers or foods you love or even attack Tiger Woods, Obama or Lindsey Lohan. All comments about these things show me that you enjoy life and keep me interested.
Always remember there is a reason for the terms "Don or Debbie Downer". To all above "I love you" just reinforce for me why I do.
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