I'll let them every once and awhile get something to drink or eat, but now they just come over and take what they want.
I have Kool-Aid (the pouches and little bottles) and they just take and drink them. And they take my other roommies water... i get mad about it but not say anything. I'm going home next weekend and i'm afraid to leave my stuff there...that when i get back it'll all be gone...
How can i let them to stop taking things without asking first?
2007-10-04 15:39:03 · 11 answers · asked by ♥Brown Eyed Girl ♥ 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
we have locks where you put in a secret code...but they know it...
2007-10-04 15:50:16 · update #1
Get the code to your lock changed. Talk to your neighbors and explain that you'd rather they didn't take your food without asking. Or you could do what Jerry did with Kramer and start running a tab...
2007-10-05 05:15:54 · answer #1 · answered by drshorty 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start putting price stickers on all of your stuff, then put a jar on top of the fridge. Next time they come over, tell them you don't have change for a dollar, so they better get their coins out. If they laugh and start grabbing anyway, tell them to put it back until they bring their money. It's a funny situation, but they should get the idea. If not, buy a childproof lock and put it on the fridge door with a sign that says "vending machine, coins only". The sad part is, they probably won't be able to figure out the child lock. My husband still has a hard time with the child lock on our fridge. LOL
2007-10-04 22:50:44 · answer #2 · answered by Choochie Larue 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a door handle with a lock in it and keep it locked, also put up a door chain and use it. Believe me they will get the message when they find a locked door and you answering their knock from behind a door chain. Get your roomie to do the same and make sure he/she has a key as well.
Some people you just have to take FIRM action with. When they ask why the lock and chains, just say you are having problems and feel safer this way.
This is Firm but Diplomatic, Try it, it will work.
EDIT: can the manager or super change the code for you.
2007-10-04 22:45:11 · answer #3 · answered by Xena 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
1) Man up and just tell them they must ask or else start restocking your kitchen. Or just tell them to stop leeching off your stuff, period.
2) Change the darn code! You're probably paranoid that they'll take it personally. If they do, screw them. Or tell them you'll give them the code when they start giving you a food allowance.
2007-10-05 01:46:22 · answer #4 · answered by Sophra 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Silence is consent. A peacemaker doesn't just sit around. A peacemaker will act. Finally, how much bitterness are you willing to store up and let it hurt you? They are not hurt. They might just think you are all right with it. You need to take care of this before it really fester within.
2007-10-04 23:21:32 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put price tags on the items and leave a credit card form for them to fill out.
2007-10-04 22:47:27 · answer #6 · answered by ValleyR 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They're not going to stop if you sit by and do nothing, hun. I'd suggest telling them in a firm (but kind) manner that you don't appreciate this. It's rude.
2007-10-04 23:19:20 · answer #7 · answered by Megan2003 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why don't you just tell them this is rude and they should stop?? The best thing to do is lock your door at all times.
2007-10-04 22:48:15 · answer #8 · answered by JR 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Change the code.
2007-10-04 23:51:52 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Watch all the old Seinfeld shows. Jerry could not make Kramer stop helping himself, after all Jerry gave him permission when he first moved in when he said, "We're neighbors, what's mine is yours!"
I'd move.
2007-10-04 22:50:42 · answer #10 · answered by Polly 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋