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In reply to the discussion: Quandary over a Facebook posting.... [View all]Quixote1818
(31,156 posts)38. I think you are right
She probably wants a reaction and by thanking her and not reacting, the OP will probably get under her skin. She is in attack mode and there is nothing that can piss someone off worse than brushing off their attack and thanking them.
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I would unfriend her. You could always just hide the post so you don't see it
livetohike
Apr 2012
#1
Just reply "Thank you." Leave it at that. You know what she's like, so don't let it
gateley
Apr 2012
#6
Say this ... "Given your response, please disregard my initial request. Last thing I wanted ...
JoePhilly
Apr 2012
#10
I think this is a good idea. I would do this and then unfriend her, saying that we have
CTyankee
Apr 2012
#23
Meh. I would just ignore it. I would be annoyed but its not really fighting over or unfriending
BoWanZi
Apr 2012
#16
Sidenote: I think it's hilarious she knows "thoughts" are worthless but prayers are all-powerful.
Arugula Latte
Apr 2012
#18
Honestly? As a both a Christian and a smart ass, I would tell her that I have asked some Christian
Butterbean
Apr 2012
#25
I would post "I am ALWAYS thankful for all peoples' prayers, thoughts, and vibes for my B-I-L."
Lex
Apr 2012
#28
Reality check: It's Facebook. You're asking for help about a rude Facebook post.
Edweird
Apr 2012
#32
Reply, "When I asked for prayers, I meant in the Matthew 6:5 - 6:7 sense" Then Unfriend
stevenleser
Apr 2012
#49