I had a dear friend (now unable to speak & in a nursing home) who'd had surgery during which she had a mini-stroke & that started her off w/ "aphasia". Her normally sweet, twinkle-in-the-eye personality turned into a nosey, opinionated & often rude type. It was so hard to watch her going down hill! So remember, not every rude person is aware of how they're coming off. It's best not to be confrontational, but perhaps say a prayer for them & think to yourself this: "There but by the grace of God, go I." It could be our turn one day & I hope never to be rude to anyone. When asked by a nosey shopper, I usually say "Oh, I'm contemplating a couple of quilt patterns." & then move away. Duckydo has the right attitude. Thanks for the laugh!