Dear Queenie,
My husband’s sister lives next door to us and keeps an eye on whatever we do. If we have guests she will come over to see who they are. If she sees something being delivered she will come over to see what it is. If she catches on that we are fixing something or redecorating she wants to see whatever is new.
Queenie, I’m sick of her snooping. How do I tell her to mind her own business without being rude?—Fed up
Dear Fed up,
You cannot. However, this busybody is family, so instead of letting her get on your nerves, try feeling sorry for her because she has nothing better to do with her time.
Invite her over to visit once in a while. In fact, you might even consult her about your fixing-up/redecorating plans. Who knows, she might have some good ideas. And if you do not agree with what she suggests, you do not have to go along with it.
