You'd think that the word 'No' would be a constant in my vocabulary. And if you ask my kids or my husband they'll tell you that it is. Of course, I say yes more than I say no but the 'no's are what they remember the most, aren't they?
Well, let it be known that I'm the moron lady in the neighborhood that can't say 'No'. Want me to watch your kids? Sure. Want me to feed your kids? Sure. Need me to buy something from your kids? You bet. Are you a college kid selling something to get through school? You got me. Your brother's cousin's dog needs a new kidney and you're selling raffle tickets? I'll take 5. You're just a sad slob out trying to make a living selling cleaning products that will change my life for a mere $36.95? Let me get my checkbook.
I don't know what the heck is the matter with me - but I'm afraid to hurt people's feelings by telling them no. I don't want to take away any income from them. I don't want to make them sad. I want them to be happy! I want them to be thankful!
'Hey, thanks pregnant lady with 15 kids running around! For buying the crap I'm selling at an inflated price! That you don't need! It's awesome!'
You're welcome. You're all very, very welcome.
Now leave me alone. I hear there's a bridge somewhere that needs me to buy it in order to support orphan kids in a 3rd world country for less than a dollar a day. And if I call now I can get these genuine created gemstone earrings and 10 boxes of Samoa's for the low, low price of $19.95. In three easy payments. Plus shipping of $39.99.
There ya go babe. Crow doesn't taste very good.
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
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I too have a problem saying no. I don't know why, but I do. Have you ever seen 27 dresses? They talk about saying no it that movie.
I think way too many of us have this problem. Although I'm not 18 months pregnant with 15 kids running around.
Hugs & love,
Mimi
:) Maybe you could get a t-shirt made up?
Funny how we can say it with little problems to our loved ones but it's much harder to say it to a stranger.
Seems like I just had this conversation with my husband. Am I afraid someone won't like me and do I really care? Still, I say yes... every time.
I am the same way!! I just can't say no either.
xox
Jen
I used to be the same way. BUT THEN, something came over me...
*You want supper when I've been working all day??? NO...fix it yourself!!!
*You're selling cookies??? NO...I'm on a diet!!!
You've come up with a "great idea" for a fundraiser and "God told you" I should be in charge of the committee and the event??? NOOOOOOOOOoooooooo! If it's your idea, YOU be in charge of it!
As you get older, it gets easier and easier to say no. I think it's the combination of complete exhaustion, menopause, and no longer caring what people think. Worked for me! ;-)
I do not have this problem. I can say no and shut the door in your face easy peasy... even when I'm not pregnant. And, when I AM pregnant? Whoa, everyone better watch it. ;)
I'm the same way but with over committing. My BF told me to tattoo NO on the palm of my hand so when I raise it there will be no confusion as to why.
I tagged you, come on over and check it out, now I know you can't say no!
I feel your pain. How ya doing?
I am SO the same way. YUCK!
Too funny! At least you open the door. I either hang up or don't answer the door when telemarketers come to call. I use the avoidance approach to confrontation:-)
Oh girl you crack me up. When I started reading I thought you said you were the mormon lady in the neighborhood. Haha! Since you can't say no, then can you have that baby already?? I need a dose of cuteness!!
I used to be like that! Until I met Danny. He is the opposite. He is CHEAP and he won't buy anything unless he REALLY wants it or NEEDS it. He doesn't have a problem saying no to anyone, and it's rubbed off on me. It's saved me a lot of $$! LOL
Ur reward will be in heaven, u are just such a giver:O) And even though u r super funny, i think u r one of the most giving people I have ever met, in real life too:O)
That just made me laugh so hard!! Because I am just like you! My husband has actually banned me from openning the door to strangers when he isn't home...like I'm 8.
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