Return of the Money Borrowing "Friend"

@Raine38 (12391)
United States
July 31, 2012 5:14am CST
For those who replied on my discussion about the friend who suddenly ceased to be my friend (on Facebook after decades of not seeing each other since school) when I wasn't able to lend her the money she needed, (thanks, guys!) well she is back. There's this unknown number which texted me; knowing she is in another country I least expect that it was her because the number in my phone registered as a local number from around here. So I returned her greeting and asked who she is. She said that she's "Her" (she's using a roaming number). I was surprised, but of course I didn't mention anything that will betray how I feel about her instant "disappearance". I asked how did she get my number and she said she got it from a common friend. So I'm cool with it. I think this is her way of trying to make amends, maybe? Anyway, this afternoon, I received another text from her, asking me how's my life now, what do I do to spend my time and all that. I wasn't able to reply back because I was talking to my husband. When I checked my Facebook, I saw that friend who gave my number. I just asked her if she's indeed the one who gave it to "Her", and she said yeah. She further told me that she wants to borrow money from me that's why she asked for my number. I'm confused, we've been through this before! Mmmmkay, thanks, end of rant! :)
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9 responses
@Axai2012 (371)
31 Jul 12
Seriously? she just kept in touch to borrow money? So I'm curious are you going to let her borrow the money this time?
@Raine38 (12391)
• United States
31 Jul 12
I honestly do not have an issue lending her some money, but only to the extent of what I can lend her. I told her this way back, I offerred her what I can only afford to lend her. But she refused it, she wants all the money she needs or nothing at all. She's asking for more than a thousand USD! (My husband will skin me alive if he learns I took this much from my household allowance and savings).
• Philippines
31 Jul 12
Raine, friendships get destroyed because of money issues. I never personally lend big amounts to friends, unless I am sure they would pay back on time! And hey, you're giving her a big favor already, so she has no right to demand how much you will lend her.
@nixxx05 (309)
1 Aug 12
venessapaula is right! your friend has no right to demand what she wants, because she just lending a money to you Raine38. :) Be extra careful okay?
@litvillegas (1274)
• Philippines
2 Aug 12
Hi Raine38 That's really annoying. She's not true and good friend because she's trying to communicate with you because she wants something from you.. Just my opinion.. Perhaps it's better to talk with your friend and tell her that you will not let her borrow money...:) I'm sorry if too harsh but sometimes being frank is needed.. Have a great day..
@riyauro (6421)
• India
1 Aug 12
I understand that she is your school friend and you wish to help your friend the amount you can afford. But since she want s full amount and gets in touch with you just to ask you money, then i guess to must not even be her friend anymore because she is selfish friend. I would suggest you not to lend her anything. Otherwise, its your wish. have a wonderful day.
@nixxx05 (309)
1 Aug 12
whoah! again? sorry for the word huh! but i think she still keeping in touch with you because she wants to borrow money. You are very very good friend Raine38, don't be so good to her. what i mean is, you should think about it before lending some money. Good Luck Raine38. :)
@ladyhill (78)
• United States
1 Aug 12
Oh my she must see the words free atm some where near you! I think if people only call when they need money they are not friend at all. Please don't lead anymore money!
1 Aug 12
it is difficult to have friends with others country. you only contact with them only viva phone and facebook etc
@airkulet (2700)
• Philippines
1 Aug 12
hmmn be firmed for what you already told to her if you already said no and you don't have extra to lend for sure she'll understand, if she doesn't then she is not really a friend, she just need you because she is in needy situation but can you imagine if you ask her money does she willing to lend you some
@BabyCheetah (1911)
• Australia
31 Jul 12
Oh no not her again. Firstly I would be so annoyed if some friend of mine gave away my phone number to someone whether I knew them or not, I would be having a serious talking to asking them to never give my muber to someone without permission, that is just rude. As for this so called "friend" I say ditch her, tell her you don't appreciate her pretending to be your friend for money. In fact she isnt' even your friend anyway it seems pretty clear. I'd be careful if I were you and not associate yurself with her. She will probably try to scam you out of it this time
• India
31 Jul 12
Hi friend, be careful with this kind of persons. As you mentioned she disappeared after getting the money, so she is not in the idea to return her debt. You don't get any benefits by giving money to her as well as she never return your money. Try your maximum to avoid her to keep your money safe