She is a 55 yr. old Mexican lady and has a 16 yr. old son. We were going to help her son order his school clothes online so they would be cheaper, but she is so mean now! I was talking to her kid outside about the clothes and she yelled really badly from inside at him about not talking to people.
She said hello to me before, but now she won't speak to me.
I have to live here in this apartment for at least 6 more months and now it's just uncomfortable. What should I do??
2007-08-24 04:34:58 · 10 answers · asked by Bien Chula 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
I am 25 years old with small children of my own and married.
2007-08-24 04:35:54 · update #1
She's made it clear that you are on her list for whatever reason --- you may never find out why, and it may all be in her head. Not fair, but . . . leave them completely alone.
Steer clear and let her be. That is what she wants you to do and in six months she'll be out of your life forever. I'm sorry for the trouble -- that is no fun.
2007-08-24 06:23:15 · answer #1 · answered by Parrot Eyes 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did she ask you to help order clothes for her son? Or did the son ask you? If the son asked you without his mothers approval. She mad because her son didn't ask her first about placing a order. She may not have the money to pay for what he wants. The next time you see her just ask her if there was anything you did to upset her and if so say your sorry. You may find out that she was just having a bad day.
2007-08-24 12:00:50 · answer #2 · answered by gizmoe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If I saw her I would smile and say hello regardless of what her reaction is. I would not be spending time with her son. I am sure you have enough going on in your own life with a husband and baby. No need to be uncomfortable just go on about your business.
2007-08-24 12:51:00 · answer #3 · answered by Kat G 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, neighbours can be good or bad, this is no reason for you to feel uncomfortable with where you live. Ignore her, don't speak to her either, or be very typical with her (say a plain good morning when you meet her).
As for the son, if he is OK with you, there is no reason why you should stop talking to him too or why you shouldn't help him with the internet.
2007-08-24 11:44:27 · answer #4 · answered by cpinatsi 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The kindness you show other people is done because you want to be that kind of person. It really has nothing to do with the reaction you get from it. Just keep up the kindness but don't interfere in their life. Treat people they way you would like to be treated but don't expect anything back from it. You'll be happier for it.
2007-08-24 12:03:40 · answer #5 · answered by Jenny J 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ah dont let it bother you that much....just ignore her until you leave...just pretend she is not there and if she wants to talk to you she will come to you...as for her son...talk to him if you want, but do it where shes out of sight or sound if your afraid shes gonna come and yell. Just live as if you didnt even know her.
2007-08-24 11:44:31 · answer #6 · answered by Joe C. 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
i kno it might not sound like the most mature thing to do but if it really comes down to it u should try 2 avoid her (even in the least bit if it helps)
2007-08-24 11:51:52 · answer #7 · answered by Vixen409 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the next time you see her, ask her if there is a problem. It could be just a misunderstanding on her part. Good luck to you.
2007-08-24 11:43:41 · answer #8 · answered by puanani 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just smile and go on, she has the issue not you
2007-08-24 13:06:30 · answer #9 · answered by tnbadbunny 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dear lady, there is nothing you can do about other people, just be neighborly.
2007-08-24 11:50:06 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋