Dear Princess Darby,
My roommate is running with the wrong crowd. I'd mind my own business, but when it interferes with me or at home, I'm past being annoyed.
Any suggestions how to handle this before there's a bigger problem?
Getting Pissed
Sunday, May 23, 2004
Dear Getting Pissed,
My first question is, are you on good terms with your roommate, or close friends? Or, are you both on the outs with each other?
My second questions is, who's apartment is it? Your roommates, yours, or did you get it together?
And last, is this a short term or long term problem?
I don't know how you define "wrong crowd". If you're talking about debauchery, late parties into the early hours, then you may have a problem. If not, then it may not be so bad.
Did you have any clues to his/her behavior and friends before you moved in together? Anyway, discuss your feelings with your roommate at a calm and "friendly" time.
Share your concerns, get some feedback from him/her. If you're not satisfied with the results, I suggest you start looking for a new roommate or new home.
But, before you make any decisions, if you do have a good friendship going, see if you can mend it, if not, check out your lease and options.
Princess Darby
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