Originally Posted by
asindc
As with most interactions, common curtesies usually work for most people. If you join a group, politely ask if they mind if you join, but be prepared to hear a polite no. If someone joins you unexpectedly, politely tell them you prefer that they not ride along. It really should not be more difficult than that.
you'd think...but some people just can't take a hint, no matter how nice you try to be.
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