How Would You Handle This? - Morrisville,PA

I don't think she was sent to ask you, I think it was just repeating. But, it might be a reason to reach out, especially if it is bothering you. Give her a call and mention that her daughter said something about you not talking to her. Let her know that you hadn't heard back from her, but would be happy to hang out again with the girls, or something to that point. It doesn't have to be confrontational, just let her know that you thought she seemed to busy, but enjoyed spending time with her. Then it is her move. If nothing happens, then oh, well.

If you still want that woman as a friend I would use her daughters statement as a relevent reason to give her a call. "Nadine asked me why we werent friends anymore the other day when I saw her, I wasnt sure what to tell her, HOWcome have we not been able to keep in touch?" And let it roll where it rolls.

One of my friends hadn't realized that I had left a message for her on her cell phone. She was upset because she thought I was ignoring her.

Good luck,
: ) M.D.

If you want to keep up your daughter's friendship with this nice well mannered child then call the mom. You have no idea what was going on in her life, maybe she had some real problems in her life and was too busy, give her another chance....

Are you sure she received your e-mails? Maybe that's the problem - she didn't get them?

The little girl is likely repeating a phrase that was said in front of her. I wouldn't address it directly- that method hasn't worked before.

Be cordial at school events and if she's friendly, return the sentiment. Don't stress over this... it was probably more of a comment than an genuine interest in a friendship.

I would ignore a comment from a nursery school-aged child.

From what you wrote I don't see where you need to do anything else. It's pretty shady on her part to have said anything to her daughter, that's a NO NO in my book, grown people's business isn't for little ears. I think you handled yourself just fine. She needs to make the next move...

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Some people need a lot of coddling and hand holding, and have to constantly be initiated b/c they always seem to forget. I wouldn't worry about it. You made an effort and the mom did not, it seems she may have become offended over nothing. Just remain friendly when you see her. Maybe when this mom wants to get together and she makes an effort you all can, or she is just so busy she doesn't get around to contacting you but still wishes you all could get together.