And That is Why I Didn't Call or Text

United States
August 12, 2020 8:24am CST
I try to maintain friendships that I have established over the years by either calling them to talk on the phone, or sending a text. Lately it seems I have been so busy that I forget to call or text someone. I usually remember when I am rolling into bed. My head is clear and I can actually think for a minute. But, by then it is too late. Well, out of the blue, I got a phone call from one of my former coworkers, it was a person that I had been meaning to call or text and never managed to do so. We started off with the usual how have you been questions. Then she fell fast and hard on the big hoax and also her political views. She went on about how people are foolishly wearing masks and she is so sick of it. Then she asked me what I have been doing with my days. When I told her I have been making masks she fell silent for a minute. But, did that stop her, NO!!! She went on and on and gave me her point of view over and over again. I barely got a word in edge wise. She then asked if I wanted a part-time private duty job that would be in the evening. I quickly said NOPE!! The call was clearly to find out if I would like the job. Thankfully I got to cut the conversation off because Little Miss needed my attention. She said she would stay in touch. I told her that I would as well. But, I am doubtful I will often call or text. Sometimes, it is best to distance yourself from overbearing people. Less stress is best.
15 people like this
18 responses
@DianneN (247186)
• United States
12 Aug 20
Glad you cut the conversation short. You can't win with people like that.
4 people like this
• United States
12 Aug 20
I am hoping that she doesn't call back again. It had been over 8 months since I last spoke to her. Was actually surprised that she called me.
3 people like this
• United States
12 Aug 20
@DianneN and when I told her that I was making masks, she didn't know what to say. I believe she thought I would side with her ideas of not wearing a mask. Surprise!
2 people like this
@DianneN (247186)
• United States
12 Aug 20
@ElusiveButterfly She had a purpose in called you, but spewed her ridiculous beliefs on you. I would tell her that I don't want to hear them and change the subject. I guess we all know who she will be voting for.
2 people like this
@gr8nana6 (6614)
• Conyers, Georgia
12 Aug 20
I agree with you, better to distance yourself.
2 people like this
• United States
12 Aug 20
She is definitely a hard person to like and very opinionated. I really don't need that in my life.
2 people like this
@gr8nana6 (6614)
• Conyers, Georgia
12 Aug 20
@ElusiveButterfly I agree nobody needs that, times are hard enough.
2 people like this
@moffittjc (121586)
• Gainesville, Florida
13 Aug 20
I think you made the right decision on that one! Thankfully you had a way out of that conversation or she could have just gone on and on about stuff you probably didn't care to talk about.
1 person likes this
• United States
13 Aug 20
Even when I was trying to end the conversation she kept rambling. I am feeling as if I just need to cut her off entirely. But, the good person I am doesn't want to do that. I try to find the good in everyone and focus on what I like about them. This one is a hard sell though.
1 person likes this
• United States
15 Aug 20
@moffittjc one can never have too many friends.
1 person likes this
@moffittjc (121586)
• Gainesville, Florida
13 Aug 20
@ElusiveButterfly So just do the bare minimum to keep the friendship going. That way, you don't go out of your way to encourage her in her ramblings, but at the same time you do the polite thing and maintain the friendship.
1 person likes this
@JudyEv (340019)
• Rockingham, Australia
13 Aug 20
Stressful times like these can have a real impact on relationships, particularly when such controversial issues are all around us.
1 person likes this
• United States
13 Aug 20
Far before this pandemic I noted how she was so very outspoken. You never got a word in edgewise and the conversation always came back to politics.
1 person likes this
• United States
13 Aug 20
@JudyEv I am stepping away from the friendship. If she does call, I will answer, but keep it brief and let her know as soon as she starts on the political crap that I'd rather not discuss it.
1 person likes this
@JudyEv (340019)
• Rockingham, Australia
13 Aug 20
@ElusiveButterfly I might be letting sleeping dogs lie. I really don't like discussing politics. It's all just too complicated.
1 person likes this
@Courtlynn (67085)
• United States
23 Aug 20
That was so rude of them
1 person likes this
• United States
24 Aug 20
She is a good person, but lacks dearly when it comes to holding a conversation with people, especially when it is a friend.
1 person likes this
• United States
26 Aug 20
@Courtlynn I have plenty of good friends who can carry on a conversation without offending me in any way.
1 person likes this
@Courtlynn (67085)
• United States
25 Aug 20
1 person likes this
@Adie04 (17360)
12 Aug 20
It's good to be able to keep in touch with friends. But if something that needs to be cut off, it has to.
1 person likes this
• United States
12 Aug 20
I will occasionally reach out to her to see how she is doing. She is a good person deep down, but very outspoken.
1 person likes this
• United States
13 Aug 20
@Adie04 she would stop and realize that I had stopped listening and would change the direction of the conversation, but was right back at it in the next breath.
1 person likes this
@Adie04 (17360)
12 Aug 20
@ElusiveButterfly some people are like that. I knew one person has similar attitude like your friend, but I will step out of the conversation if she's already don't want to lose on the conversation.
1 person likes this
@shaggin (72131)
• United States
12 Aug 20
That would not be a pleasant phone call at all. I’m the opposite I hate seeing others without masks. I bought masks from my children’s aunt and the ear straps are to long. I will have to take time to cut them and restitch them.
1 person likes this
• United States
13 Aug 20
The ear loops I use are made from loom loops that you make pot holders with. They are soft and if they stretchy out I advise to put a small knot in them or stitch them to length. I do not care for elastic because of skin irritation.
1 person likes this
@shaggin (72131)
• United States
13 Aug 20
@ElusiveButterfly interesting I don’t have any of those loom loops anymore but that’s neat they don’t bother the ears. I put a small knot in the ears on my sons masks so the mask will fit better.
1 person likes this
@snowy22315 (180711)
• United States
13 Aug 20
She sounds like an idiot. I don't blame you for cutting the call short. Actually, I think she would be on my do not call list..
1 person likes this
• United States
15 Aug 20
I am not going to call her again. But, I will answer her call if she ever calls me again. However, I will keep it short.
1 person likes this
@snowy22315 (180711)
• United States
15 Aug 20
@ElusiveButterfly sounds like a plan.
1 person likes this
@LadyDuck (471508)
• Switzerland
12 Aug 20
Oh my goodness, this is an unpleasant person who do not respect the others and their opinions. Well done to cut short the conversation.
1 person likes this
• United States
12 Aug 20
She even said that a lot of people that don't like her for the very fact that she speaks her mind. I guess that is true. I tried to casually say that I didn't talk politics, even told her a couple of times that I don't care to talk about politics and she still kept rambling.
1 person likes this
@LadyDuck (471508)
• Switzerland
13 Aug 20
@ElusiveButterfly Those people are so annoying, they cannot understand that if someone says "I do not want to talk politics", that means STOP talking politics.
1 person likes this
@simone10 (54187)
• Louisville, Kentucky
16 Aug 20
Wow, she really was overbearing! I don't like it if someone tries to push their beliefs off on me. It probably is best to keep your distance.
1 person likes this
• United States
16 Aug 20
I will answer the phone if she calls, but I will not be calling her first. When and if she does call I will keep the conversation brief.
1 person likes this
@simone10 (54187)
• Louisville, Kentucky
17 Aug 20
@ElusiveButterfly I can't say as I blame you at all. Hopefully she will get the hint.
• United States
12 Aug 20
I don't understand the logic that some people have that refuse to wear a mask. You were smart to cut the conversation short.
1 person likes this
• United States
13 Aug 20
Funny thing is this person is a healthcare worker too.
1 person likes this
• United States
13 Aug 20
@ElusiveButterfly that's even more unbelievable
1 person likes this
• West Haven, Connecticut
14 Aug 20
Better to just cut all ties adios amigo
1 person likes this
• United States
15 Aug 20
I am one that won't cut ties unless they do something wrong to either myself or my family.
1 person likes this
• West Haven, Connecticut
16 Aug 20
@ElusiveButterfly yeah I mean that makes sense, I live and let live
1 person likes this
@Hannihar (130218)
• Israel
13 Aug 20
@ElusiveButterfly She does not sound like somebody to be in touch with. I would not contact her either.
1 person likes this
• United States
24 Aug 20
There are things I really like about this person, but rather than to listen to her go off on a rant, I will just distance myself from her.
1 person likes this
@Hannihar (130218)
• Israel
25 Aug 20
@ElusiveButterfly You have to do what is best for you.
• India
12 Aug 20
Sorry about it. I hate people that like to stop me from doing what I njoy
1 person likes this
• United States
12 Aug 20
Some people try to impose their beliefs upon you. Only you can stop that from happening.
1 person likes this
• India
13 Aug 20
1 person likes this
@annavi23 (6522)
• Philippines
18 Aug 20
There are really people who are like that. It is not wrong to wear mask specially in this pandemic. It is true that we have to lessen or cut ties with them,less stress.
1 person likes this
@amadeo (111938)
• United States
12 Aug 20
Good morning.Something you do not need in a time like this.
1 person likes this
• United States
12 Aug 20
Way too much negativity.
@amadeo (111938)
• United States
13 Aug 20
@ElusiveButterfly I see.Have a good evening
1 person likes this
@Lavanya15 (12888)
• Chennai, India
12 Aug 20
Good morning my friend. I think your friend call you to know about your current situation or offering a new job for you.??
1 person likes this
• United States
12 Aug 20
In the end that is what I believe the call was intentionally about. But, it turned into a political rant on her part.
@Myrelle (14)
12 Aug 20
That's a good decision. Stay away from negative people ??
1 person likes this
• United States
12 Aug 20
I do not need to invite negativity into my home. I want peace.