Tough Talk

Tough Talk,

I love my father, but I have to admit, I’ve really grown to hate the guy.  He’s always talking badly about someone, making snide remarks in their presence and is just an all-out arrogant jerk.  The worst is, he’s stupid, coarse and a fall-down drunk with nothing to show for his life.  I’m sick of his comments, but don’t want to start a problem.  What do you think I should do TT? (Taylor, Texas)   

Tailor,

Your father is an embarrassment.  The best thing you can do is tell him to FO&ES.  You may also wish to prepare a list of nasty put-downs and snot-nosed remarks yourself.  Have them handy when he starts spouting off like the drunken loser he is.  Don’t tolerate this anymore.

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Tough Talk,

I was at my sister-in-law’s fiftieth birthday party and it was a hoot.  I never had so much fun except one incident kind of rankles me.  At dinner, we had some leftover diner and asked a waiter for some containers to take it home with us.  Another couple who didn’t say anything all night just glared at us as if we did something wrong.   My husband and I ignored this overt hostility, but I’m wondering if we did anything wrong.  What do you think TT? (Lockwood, West Virginia)

Gary,

You did do something wrong and that was you should have stared right back at them and loudly ask, “What the F!@* is your GD problem?”  Who the hell do these people think they are being so rude?  You are a gutless toad for not taking immediate action.  Don’t let this happen again.

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Tough Talk,

I haven’t been lucky in love and after several years of being alone, I met this really pretty and wonderful woman.  She had recently gotten over a bitter divorce with a husband who was abusive and down-right nasty.  After a cautious courtship, it seemed that we were made for each other and started planning our lives together. Then I get a message telling me I’m such a great guy, but it’s just not right. I then find out she’s back with her husband and was using me to make him jealous.  I’m really hurt and not sure what to do.  What do you think TT? (Whitfield, Rhode Island and Providential Plantations)

Whitty,

I know the feeling well.  It sounds like you were used for some chick’s sinister purpose.  Be glad she dumped you for her piece of crap ex.    She is doing you a favor.

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Tough Talk,

I was really upset about some trivial problem and was telling my stepdaughter that her husband was a stupid, incompetent moron who couldn’t find his ass from a hole in the ground (which is true).  Now all of sudden I’m the bad guy and he’s upset and saying I’m no longer welcome at their home and can’t see my grandkids.  I think he’s over-reacting and I refuse to apologize.  What do you think TT? (Como, Vermont)

Coho,

I’m dumbfounded too.  Why would anyone get upset if their step-mom-in-law was a nasty arrogant piece of manure and started lecturing their spouse that he’s such a dope and a moron?  It sounds like the real dingbat is you for asking such a stupid question.  Pull the metal spike out of your skull.

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HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!

Tough Talk,

I just started dating a wonderful man and I am hoping he’s the one.  Even though he’s a bit clingy, he really is someone very special to me.  Once a year, my friends from school take a long weekend and just hang-out enjoying our company and reminiscing about old times.  I’ve made it clear that’s it’s just for me and my friends, but he insists on joining us.  I don’t want to hurt his feelings, but he’s just not taking the hint. TT, what should I do? (Whitehall, North Carolina)  

Whitey,

You tell him in no uncertain terms that he’s not welcome and it’s really creepy for a guy to want to hang out with a group of girls.  What you call “clingy” I call being a wackadoodle where he wants to pig into to your friends’ annual shindig.  Tell him to take a hike and get lost.  And if he doesn’t like it, TS!

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Tough Talk,

We just had a wonderful dinner party with several couples.  Shortly thereafter, we received a very nice gift, but the address label was torn off.  I’m not sure how to thank everyone and not offend the couples who didn’t send anything – not even a thank you note.  How should I handle this TT? (Cushing, Washington,)

Kush,

Send a thank you message to everyone and tell people who didn’t send anything that they should be ashamed of themselves in a very snide and condescending manner.  Don’t worry about hurt feelings.

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Tough Talk,

I have a friend I met at a job years ago and we have remained in touch since then.  We never were that close, but would meet for dinner occasionally.  She moved away, but recently came back to visit and I let her stay with me.  It was a terrible idea as she took over the place, rearranging my furniture, helped herself to my refrigerator, and even tried to invite a group of her friends over at 2AM. However, now that she’s gone, I feel a little guilty and am worried that I wasn’t a good hostess.  What do you think TT? (Aldrich, Montana)

Aldy,

You should feel guilty, but for being a dope and not throwing her out when she started her wackfest.  What’s wrong with you?  She’s a spoiled brat, but you’re a putz for not understanding this.  Get a grip Squidley!

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Tough Talk,

I have a “friend” I have known since we were little.  She is really popular and pretty but can be mean, nasty and very condescending.  She acts like she does me a favor by just hanging out with her, but often treats me like a second class citizen.  Now there is a boy who likes me and even though she used to mock him out, all of a sudden she thinks he’s cute and is flirting with him.  I know she’s just doing this to make me jealous.   What should I do TT? (Marilla, Indiana)

Mariello,

You need to tell her stop being such a stuck-up spoiled brat and immediately cut the s** and leave your new boyfriend alone.  If she continues with her nonsense, you’ll need to take more drastic measures.  Don’t tolerate this.

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Tough Talk,

I’ve been friends with a woman and her children for years, often visiting for holidays and birthdays.  I considered them very close.  Her oldest daughter has met a wonderful and delightful young man and they are getting married soon.  I’m really surprised that I wasn’t invited to the wedding and my friend now has no time for me.  I know it’s her daughter’s special day, but other people who aren’t nearly so close to them were invited.  Am I wrong for feeling irked TT? (Dorrance, Idaho)

Doro,

No you are not, but is there anything you did to make them mad?  If not, then they’re jerks for blowing you off.  If yes, then you’ve got nobody to blame but yourself.  Women have a real talent for getting their knickers in a bunch, and when it’s all said and done, they’re probably doing you a favor.

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Tough Talk,

I recently met a woman who is kind, funny and a lot of fun to talk to.  We have the most incredible discussions.  I like her very much, but I am several years older and am against older men hitting on younger women.  She told me she really likes me too and doesn’t care about the age difference.  I believe we can be happy together, but I feel strange violating my “rule”.  What should I do TT? (Arbour, Utah)

Arborday,

You must stay true to your earlier commitment and dump this lovely young lady immediately.  You have no choice in the matter.

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