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mahatmakanejeeves

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1. Civilly.

Reply to Doodley (Original post)

Sat May 23, 2026, 01:55 PM

Yesterday

Age? Occupation? Education level? "In-law" meaning what?

Don't bring up the subject. If he does, you don't have to agree with him. You also don't have to get in a shouting match with him.

Before giving a response, ask yourself, "Is this how I want to be remembered?"

And good afternoon.

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