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Ask Amy: How to politely keep son away from smokers

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Amy Dickinson, Ask Amy Ask Amy

Amy Dickinson is a general advice columnist.

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DEAR AMY: How can I politely decline letting my son, "Buddy," play at a friend's house without causing hurt feelings. "Tim" is a sweet boy, and I frequently let my son invite him over to play. However, my husband and I are not comfortable letting Buddy play at Tim's house. His parents have been very nice, but they smoke in their home and are known to be big partyers. It seems like every time I drop...

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