What do you say if you really do mind? I hate when people ask me how much hubs and I pay for our mortgage, how many carats my e-ring is (always asked by nosey pseudo-friends wanting to compare/compete), or questions about my sex life (yes, I have friends who ask!).
HOw do I dodge questions?
grapefruit / 4056 posts
I usually just say I would prefer to keep that aspect of my life private, then change the subject.
hostess / eggplant / 11068 posts
@Grace: Ooooh, good one. Does it make it awkward? Who cares, right?
pomegranate / 3872 posts
I always kind of laugh and stall, like 'Ummm...' and then the person usually realizes I don't want to answer or they were out of line and then they back-pedal.
cantaloupe / 6730 posts
@Rubies: no, not really. The people that ask usually realise that they are asking something sensitive, so they are understanding. And I can usually change the subject fast enough if they look awkward.
pineapple / 12793 posts
I usually answer with something ridiculous. 8 carats, $12,000/month.
hostess / eggplant / 11068 posts
@oliviaoblivia: ...Ridiculous? Mine IS 8ct! And our mortgage IS $12000/month. Friiiig. Just kidding. 
cantaloupe / 6687 posts
Maybe flip it around on them and say "Do you mind me asking why you want to know?". Or "do you mind me asking why you think it's ok to ask me xyz?"
cantaloupe / 6687 posts
@Rubies: I have had "friends" like that...just want info to gossip/compare/compete...I have zero tolerance for girls like that...my MOH's speech was about what a loyal friend I was and how I would have your back no matter what but if you crossed me then watch out! Haha! We have been best friends for over 23 years 
blogger / pomelo / 5361 posts
I just say, "Wow, that's a little awkward..." It then makes them awkward, and they usually change the subject!
GOLD / wonderful coffee bean / 18478 posts
"I prefer to keep that to myself/prefer not to say."
cantaloupe / 6687 posts
@Rubies: I asked my husband about this question...he says just keep asking them questions
Q: do you mind my asking how much you make?
A: um, why do you want to know? Are you interested in becoming a (insert your occupation)?
Q: just wanted to know... (assuming its not a good friend asking for a legitimate reason)
A: are you asking bc you want to know if I make more or less than you bc that's kind of weird
nectarine / 2163 posts
@oliviaoblivia: what she said.
While we're on the subject though, @Rubies: how many carats IS your engagement ring, if you don't mind my asking?
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