i need a polite way to dodge a touchy subject..?
970186
I have a good friend who has also been married for 2 years. Her and her husband do not have kids and she does not feel the need to explain why. You don't have to give an explanation because no one is owed one. Why you don't have children is between you and your hubby. The next time someone asks why you don't have kids, tell them that you are waiting, or that you aren't ready and switch the subject.
1070003
*Shivering*  I'm getting the willies...\n\nAll it takes is a casual, "you kids have fun, then."\nIf he wants to push the envelope, tell him flatly, "I really don't care."\n\nYou have to voice your opinion.  Speak up and let him know in a firm, polite tone of voice that you really don't care and you don't want to know.  If others around you hear you say that, so what?  One moment of discomfort will save you a long time of enduring this unwelcome data overload about your sister's sex life.
1002843
Just email me back.. You can talk negatively.. in a positve way LOL I had to and did, you need to be honest, no matter what in any situation, just make the best of it!  BOY do I have a story to tell.....
14852
Do something really rude to the guy(not to yourself)
230774
Humor...\n\nThe best way to tell someone they're doing something wrong is to put it in a way that it's funny, without the use of sarcasm and insult, of course.\n\nYou might want to say, "Dude, I've got one nerve left and you're jumping on it like a trampoline!  Cool it, will ya!?!?"
1076396
a simple hello would be in order. Ignoring the person would be rude, since you do obviously have some history with them. No need to act like dear old friends, but a hi, how are you? never hurt anybody.
859679
Hi!..excuse me...are you new around?or if you touch her..Pls excuse me:did I hurt you? try not to be tensed.Be yourself..and words will come naturaly from your own soul.
872225
Oh my, you seem to be a very nice person, almost to the point of dysfunctional.  A bit of assertiveness would help you out quite a bit b/c I bet it's not just an annoying neighbor you have a hard time saying no too.\n\nFirst, it's necessary for you to learn to meet your own needs.  "NO" is a big part of this concept.  You do not have to be rude or lie but you will have to practice.\n\nMary, while I'd love to visit, I am bogged down today, so we'll save this for another time.  Thanks  for understanding.  \n\nMary, I hear your frustrations, but let's keep this conversation on a pleasant note, shall we?  \n\nMary, at times I do enjoy our visits, but I must insist that you call first to check if I'm busy with the children.  You'll do that for me won't you?\n\nSo give it some practice and good luck.\n\nPeace.
705537
I don't think that's the best approach. If somebody asks you a question you're unsure of, just say, "I don't know" or "I'm not sure". It's OK to do that. If you try to evade it and skip it, the other person will think you like to run away instead of responding to a situation in some way. Evading and skipping isn't something one can normally achieve without letting away telltale signs.
618807
Take the high road.\nDon't bother being petty and drawing negative attention to yourself.\nProve that you are the better person by NOT reacting to what they say and/or do.
739036
Hi, If they are asking a question that is rude, too personal, or asked to make you feel uncomfortable, simply say, "Why do you ask?"  It immediately puts them on the spot without making you look as offensive as them.  You will find they will stop doing that to you and I must admit, you will get a bit of satisfaction from seeing them uncomfortable.
1181918
ask them nicely not to
607469
make a person smile a couple of times, laugh a couple of times and you throw thier receptivity switch in thier personallity to the on position. with this done just deliver the question as if it was something that you needed thier personal advice on and most people will divulge almost anything. they may shoot it straight from the hip or the more shy will give it as a "third" person or "hyperthetical" scenario but we can all read between those lines lol ;o)
1092875
Just be really rude and sarcastic to him/her.  They'll get the message.
387769
I tell them I was not expecting you! I am really not up to company right now. ____day would be much better. Could you come in the morning or afternoon?(smiling):)\n\nSomething along those lines. I don't like to fabricate stories and I am not afraid to hurt feelings as it is extremely rude to stop by any ones home unannounced.\n\nGuarantee it won't happen again.
704999
Tell him that you don't like.\n\nIf he's invading your space, you need to tell him. Tell him to back off.\n\nIf you don't tell him, he's going to continue annoying you and touching you in appropriate ways.
804441
coming from a girl, just ask her nicely and apologise for not saying it in the best way. it sounds more genuine than trying to find a smooth way to say it.