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Old 04-29-2009, 05:34 AM
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carrieg
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Originally Posted by kacie
I've found that the best way to handle pesky strangers giving advice is to not engage them in conversation or argument of any kind. Simply say "thank you for your concern" and repeat that statement every time they say something. You do not owe strange people any kind of explanation, and if they're looking for a fight, they become very frustrated if you don't fight back. Keep yourself on the high road.
Excellent advice here!

Remember, too, all the babies who do need help and the nosy people who help them. Also, as we get older, all you 20-somethings look younger and younger to us!
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