To not have a housewarming because of this friend

[Isitme27]

I'd like to have a housewarming but I have one friend who is quite outspoken. She will speak her mind and sometimes says things that upset people. She can be tactless. I know people may ask why im friends with her but otherwise she is a good friend, she can be very kind. However I am worried about her offending someone at the party, especially one member of my family particularly who is very sensitive. Not inviting her isn't an option, she is part of a large group of friends and it would effectively end our friendship. How would you handle this one? Would it be unreasonable to have a bit of a word with her beforehand and say my relative is sensitive or something?

👏🏻but I wouldn’t have the guts to do that
But I would back away from that “friend”.
She sounds horrible.
Who wants toxic people in their life !

Could you subtly get proper code to you to monopolise her to limit who she talks to?

People close to you, that’s meant to say!

She cannot / should not be able to control your life or decisions - she sounds a bit batshit - have 2 if necessary, but if I had a 'friend' like this, she would be an ex 'friend'......what does she bring to your life? Is she a good friend to you? Why allow / enable her to 'offend' anyone else, let alone your other friends or family'?? Maybe send her a link to this this thread...???? Is she even aware of how her behaviour can be offensive?. Hope it goes well xx

OP, you are not responsible for what other people say.
You are also not responsible for how other people feel about what other people say.
Go ahead and enjoy the party, inviting everyone and anyone you wish to attend.
Finally, and of critical importance (please) post details of the ensuing carnage lively debate for the good people of MN to adjudicate and condemn the guilty party. 😁

@godmum56
Right thread.

She mentioned the book 'Let Them'. That is what I was referring to.

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