Shellcrusher...I like the way you think - "fire a couple of friends"...I am on the verge of doing just that. I know I will regret hurting anyone's feelings. I am so sensitive about that, but I feel that slipped away on Sunday when I just didn't want to hear her whining and didn't want to expend hours of my time and energy on her drama. You are right I will have to take ownership of my reactions and I think I am prepared to do that with her and my reaction on Sunday. Thanks so much for the advice! It gave me a little boost!
lillamy...this silly incident is I am sure the first of many where I am saying no. I am sure I will struggle with that for a while. I guess what helped me to say no to her was that I am just sick and tired of being drained by these emotional vampires. I also think it really annoys me that I "attract" this people. Thanks for the words of support!! I am really trying to say "no" more often.
