Quote Originally Posted by Cary View Post
Any suggestions on how to deal with these people?
Oh the simplicity of it...
Become friends with them somewhat, and THEN start asking for favors, make a habit of it.
Money, food, cigarettes, whatever.

It should get to the point that as soon as you see the nosy ones, you ask them for something.

You really need to make friends with them and then start sponging.

I can guarantee that after a time, they will leave you alone and will avoid you. And then you can reunite with your true friend, Mr Privacy.

NO body likes a sponge.