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Being a host can be a lot of fun, especially if the guests are close friends orfamilymembers.

The friend kept taking advantage of the womans hospitality and never returned the favor, which finally irked her.

The OP also mentioned that her friend never brought anygiftsalong as a thank you for being hosted.

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She also didnt contribute to the food or drinks that were bought for her.

She seemed okay to mooch off the poster, even though she had a sizable inheritance.

She kept making excuses and pretended like she had no money.

Family and friends enjoying dinner, toasting with no gifts on the table, creating a warm and festive atmosphere.

To understand how to handle entitled guests like this,Bored Pandareached out to Christine Schaub.

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They wouldnt dream of buying, let alone writing and mailing a thank-you note for your hospitality.

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It is not your responsibility to teach them proper guest etiquette.

The woman was also reluctant to confront her friend about anything because of the other womans poor mental health.

She felt that it wouldnt be right to voice her feelings because it would end upupsettingthe other woman greatly.

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Unfortunately, keeping all these feelings in only stressed out the OP more.

If they agree to the timeframe, your deadline must be no more than 24 hoursto the minute.

Make absolute plans to ensure guest time is up.

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Walk out with them and leave town if you have to.

Christine explained that one should include mealtimes, wake-up and bedtimes, and any other activities you have planned.

Do not vary from that schedule.

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You are neither a hall monitor, short-order cook, nor taxi service.

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