Among Friends

[abbeythe 8th]

Often times I'd rather not talk about current events, particularly anything political.  My husband and I are voting for the same candidate and I do not want to discuss it even with him.

[Imadickens]

I think you might be reading too much into it! I agree with another post, she probably means Politics! Many people are over loaded today by non stop coverage of this rediculous political climate. If she said exactly what you wrote I don't see anything wrong in that! In fact, I can almost hear the joviality in her voice, a little "wink-wink, nod-nod" about avoiding that discussion without having to talk about not talking about it!  If you want to end the friendship, do so, but I don't think you can use this as the excuse.

[Imadickens]

@Annabellethecat66. I'm not so lucky! My dentist is still undecided!!!

[Annabellethecat66]

@Imadickens I guess because I've known all of my Drs for so long and I'm outspoken with them they are very open with whom they're voting for.  They all say it has to do with the state of healthcare and I guess they'd know.

[qbetzforreal]

She probably means politics and things happening in the news which can be stressful.  Enjoy your time with your friend.

[CANDLEQUEEN]

I would simply ask her what she meant by that comment. If it is her divorce, or politics, then just be respectful of her wishes. I rarely discuss politics with any one other than my mom or husband or my two daughters, it is a recipe for disaster and arguments that aren't necessary. If it is her divorce, she may just be tired of talking about it and still hurting from it..I would however ask her what she meant, so you know!!!!!!!

[Q4u]

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@BeccaLou wrote:

Are you going to stop being her friend without asking what that means about current events.? She may just mean let's just talk about the future, and no past .

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I think asking her is an excellent idea and I think she'd be blown away that you were even considering ending the friendship over her statement.... I know I would be.... 

[libbyannE]

I would ask her why and what is bothering her. Maybe you disagree about politics, for example. I don't talk politics with many people at all. My stepsister and I avoid the topic because we have different views, which we respect. No point talking about it.

[Marienkaefer2]

By "current events," she could mean just about anything.  Maybe there are certain things going on in her life that she would rather not talk about right now.

She could also mean the current political situation.  Personally, I have a few friends who think differently than I do politically. They are very energized about the issues and candidates that they support, just as I am.

 They continue to send me chain emails supporting ideas and candidates with whom they know that I disagree, yet they continue.  I ignore this and delete the email without comment to them about it.

I do not send them email or any other info that I know they do not support.  I don't broach the subject with them.  Right now things are very touchy and people can get very angry or upset. 

To me it is not worth disrupting a friendship over this.

This is why I don't discuss religion or politics with friends.

I think if you are a good friend, you understand this.

I would think that would be easy for you to understand.

[NYC Susan]

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@Q4u wrote:

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@BeccaLou wrote:

Are you going to stop being her friend without asking what that means about current events.? She may just mean let's just talk about the future, and no past .

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I think asking her is an excellent idea and I think she'd be blown away that you were even considering ending the friendship over her statement.... I know I would be.... 

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I agree.  It seems like a big over-reaction to me.  Especially considering she's not even sure what her friend means!  It's easy enough to clear the air and avoid any misunderstanding. Good friendships are hard to come by.  I can't imagine even thinking about throwing one away over something like this.