DEAR ERIC: First, let me admit I am not very social. I genuinely do not like to stand around chit-chatting, especially when I’m in the process of working on something.

I moved into a new neighborhood two years ago. I have spent that time working on re-doing the landscaping, both front and back yards – new flower beds, took out the lawns, put in raised beds, et cetera. My problem is people walking by who try to talk to me about what I’m doing and why. I’m not trying to be rude; these people are, for the most part, complimentary in their comments. But the thing is, I’m trying to work on my property in peace.

How can I nip these interactions in the bud?

Seriously, I know I’m anti-social. I do love my gardening, though, and when I’m out doing that, well, that’s what I want to do. Not talk t

See Full Page