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[quote=Anonymous]If I suspect a barb or passive-aggressive behavior, I just answer as if they were speaking politely. So something like, "Oh, I see you went to Florida to see your parents AGAIN, Donna. It must be nice to travel so much." I would just say, "Yes, Larlo loves spending time with my parents, and we all love the beach!" Talking behind my back and "harmless" hurtful stuff, I just pretend I don't notice at all, which is pretty much the worst punishment for that type of bad behavior. Any direct challenge, I will take on. If they were to, say, say something rude about my parents, I would say, "I am so hurt that you would say that about my parents, June, and I'd appreciate an apology." No emotion, no drama, no histrionics, just a point-blank, calm delivery.[/quote]
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