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MumsiesF · 26/07/2025 19:10

Genuinely would love to know what people think. Friend living abroad for years and comes back to visit DM quite regularly and, if time allows, we try to meet also. Friend has sibling who lives an hour drive away from DM. Friend asked previously if I could help with DM house clear out as does not have car while visiting, involved driving to dump, helping to load/unload my car etc. didn’t mind however took a few hours but thought if once off, am happy to help. Friend txts to say coming back to visit DM and would I be available to do same again. AIBU to feel a little annoyed? Where is the sibling? Sibling has a car, can they not help out? Am I being selfish? Also could both friend and DP not bring car over on ferry and spend a day just clearing together? I have family and value free time when not working. AIBU to not want to do this?

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KilkennyCats · 26/07/2025 19:13

Why does the Mum’s house have to be mucked out so often?!
Don’t even contemplate entertaining this again.

AllotmentHappy · 26/07/2025 19:13

Just say your busy.

Comedycook · 26/07/2025 19:13

It was generous of you to help once...they are being cheeky now. Make up an excuse that your car is broken down or you've hurt your back and can't lift stuff or something...or just incredibly busy at the moment.

AuntMarch · 26/07/2025 19:12

"Sorry I can't, you can insure yourself on my car for the day if it helps though" (assuming you would be ok with that!)

Linenpickle · 26/07/2025 19:12

Does she engage another times or just when she wants something?

Linenpickle · 26/07/2025 19:11

Can’t you just say you’re just that day?

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