Dear Annie: Was I wrong when I ignored uninvited guests who showed up at my door?
You were absolutely not wrong to prioritize your comfort and well-being. Managing unexpected visitors can be challenging, especially when you’re dealing with mobility issues and weren’t prepared. It’s completely understandable that you chose not to answer the door in that moment.
Dear Annie: How to handle unexpected guests when you’re not ready for company
Dear Thinking: I’m so sorry you’re going through this. It sounds like you’ve been carrying a heavy emotional burden for a long time. Your feelings matter, and you deserve to feel peace and happiness in your life. Speak openly with your husband about your feelings.
Dear Annie: Was I wrong to not open my door to unexpected visitors?
I’m feeling guilty and wondering if I was wrong not to answer the door. Should I have let them in, despite the chaos and my discomfort?
Dear Annie: Unexpected visitors caught me off guard
It wasn’t that I didn’t appreciate their visit, but the timing caught me completely off guard. Had I known they were coming, I would’ve had time to change clothes, tidy up the living room and prepare myself to receive guests.
Dear Annie: I didn’t open the door for unexpected visitors, now I’m feeling guilty
I have mobility issues and use a walker, so I’m mostly confined to my home. My son helps by taking me to the beauty salon and occasionally to the bank or pharmacy, but I spend most of my time at home.
Dear Annie: What’s the best way to deal with unexpected guests
In today's Dear Annie column, a reader wants to know if it is ok not to answer the door if you weren't expecting company.
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