More damn rules

I have the right

This was sent to Peggy recently and I've extracted some of the things that struck me. Credit goes to "Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers". To whom I give thanks.

I have published in this blog "House Rules" which I modify anytime an event happens that makes me think of it or someone reminds me of good rules they learned the hard way.

Nobody is allowed to just drop around to my house without phoning first. 

Nobody is allowed to let themselves into my house. 

Once in my house, nobody is allowed to root in the cupboards. 

Nobody is allowed to comment adversely on my weight/appearance/state of my house. 

I have the right to say, "I'll think about it and get back to you," rather than being pressured into things. 

I have the right to change my mind. 

I have the right to say 'No' without further explanation. 

I have the right not to answer the phone if it does not suit me. 

I have the right to refuse to answer personal questions. 

I have the right to put limits on visits: "You may call between 2.00 and 4.00".