Tough Talk,
I’m an interior designer and events planner and have been in this field for almost 30 years. I am considered one of the leading lights in my city if not the county. I am constantly dealing with people, who aren’t even clients, who have no knowledge in this area and worst of all, no taste. These people would have their wedding at a parking lot or a fast food restaurant. But they presume to tell me what they would like to see, even though they’re just attending the ceremony. I don’t want to be offstandish, so what should I do TT? (Cyukers Creek, Idaho)
CC,
As I’ve said it once, I’ll say it again, honesty is the best policy. You should tell these backseat drivers that their opinion is not welcome and beneath you as a person. Follow it up with something like, “You are not fit to polish my shoes. I am superior to you.” There is nothing more delightful than a pompous ass who is convinced of their superiority because of their taste in stuffing their face, or clothing or where they take a crap in the morning. Make sure someone doesn’t punch you in your stuck-up face. But it’s unlikely, as the age of docility has descended. Be grateful you’re not living in my neighborhood.
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