A person reflects on a confounding birthday conversation with their cousin Joe, who believes their wife is spreading misinformation regarding a potential separation. The individual insists they have not communicated with the wife and recommends a direct conversation. Their advice emphasizes addressing underlying relationship issues rather than focusing on rumors. Separately, another person contemplates working under a long-time friend, feeling apprehensive due to their inconsistent interaction but hopeful that their friendship may benefit the working relationship.
Reiterate that you have not spoken to your cousin's wife at all. If you want to help him get to the bottom of this, ask him to invite you over to his house when his wife will be there.
The bigger issue, though, is their relationship. He needs to address that. What is going on and why is his wife introducing the idea of a separation through a third party you?
Joe needs to address his life head-on, not be distracted by what his wife said you said. Tell him that.
I'm a bit wary. This friend of mine is someone I have known since middle school. Our dynamic now is not consistent, but when we do see each other... it's like we haven't missed a beat.
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